Indulge in a culinary journey that harmoniously blends sweet and savory flavors with our exquisite lasagna recipes. Experience a symphony of textures and flavors as you dive into the classic lasagna, a comforting dish featuring layers of pasta, rich tomato sauce, creamy béchamel, and gooey cheese. For those seeking a unique twist, try the butternut squash lasagna, a vegetarian delight bursting with earthy sweetness and a nutty aroma. If you crave seafood, embark on a Mediterranean adventure with the shrimp and crab lasagna, a seafood extravaganza that combines tender shrimp and crab nestled between layers of delicate pasta. And for a sweet ending, satisfy your cravings with the dessert lasagna, a decadent treat that layers creamy cheesecake filling between graham cracker sheets, topped with a luscious berry sauce. Each recipe is a culinary masterpiece, promising an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
WORLD'S BEST LASAGNA
It takes a little work, but it is worth it.
Provided by John Chandler
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 3h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook sausage, ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until well browned. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water. Season with sugar, basil, fennel seeds, Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons parsley. Simmer, covered, for about 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna noodles in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes. Drain noodles, and rinse with cold water. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with egg, remaining parsley, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- To assemble, spread 1 1/2 cups of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange 6 noodles lengthwise over meat sauce. Spread with one half of the ricotta cheese mixture. Top with a third of mozzarella cheese slices. Spoon 1 1/2 cups meat sauce over mozzarella, and sprinkle with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers, and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil: to prevent sticking, either spray foil with cooking spray, or make sure the foil does not touch the cheese.
- Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil, and bake an additional 25 minutes. Cool for 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 81.8 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 29.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 1400.4 mg, Sugar 8.6 g
SWEET AND SAVORY LASAGNA
The secret ingredient in this lasagna is the brown sugar in the sauce. It gives it such a savory taste! I also really like using cottage cheese instead of the traditional ricotta - it's more moist, tastes delicious, and is also cheaper. This lasagna is very saucy and can be soupy the day it's made (especially if you are using a smaller pan with 12 noodles instead of 15). It still tastes great though. By the second day the noodles will suck up the excess sauce but leave enough so that this lasagna never gets dried out (I can't stand dry lasagna). Hope you enjoy it as much as my husband does!
Provided by wisewoman83
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h20m
Yield 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Boil the lasagna noodles until done; rinse.
- Brown the ground meat, onion, and garlic; drain fat.
- In a large bowl, mix the spaghetti sauce and brown sugar.
- In another bowl, mix the eggs, 3 cups of mozzarella, and cottage cheese.
- Preheat oven to 350.
- In a large, deep casserole dish, start layering your lasagna. Start with sauce, then noodles, then half the meat, more sauce to cover the meat, and half the cheese mixture. Repeat. You will end with the third layer of noodles covered in the last of the sauce. Be generous with the sauce even if it seems to be getting soupy; the noodles are going to suck it all up.
- Cover with foil (shiny side in) and bake at 350 for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil cover and spread the remaining mozzarella cheese on top. Sprinkle with parsley for color.
- Bake uncovered for another 10 minutes or until cheese is completely melted.
- Let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.
SAVOURY LASAGNA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: whole milk ricotta cheese, shredded low-moisture mozzarella, grated parmesan cheese, large eggs, fresh parsley, kosher salt, olive oil, medium yellow onion, ground beef, garlic, McCormick® Savory Spice Blend, marinara sauce, nonstick cooking spray, lasagna noodle
Provided by Tasty
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta, 2 cups (200 G) of mozzarella, 1 cup (110 G) of Parmesan, eggs, parsley and 1 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until translucent. Add the ground beef, breaking up with a wooden spoon. Stir in the garlic, Savory spice blend, and remaining 1½ teaspoons salt. Cook for 8 minutes, until the meat is no longer pink. Add 5 cups (1.3 Kilograms) of marinara sauce and stir to combine.
- To assemble the lasagna, grease a 9 x 13-inch (22 x 33 cm) baking dish with nonstick spray. Spread the remaining cup of marinara sauce over the bottom of the dish. Lay 4 sheets of lasagna on top of the sauce. Spread 1½ cups (375 G) of the ricotta mixture on top of the noodles. Pour 1½ cups (395 G) of meat sauce on top of the cheese. Repeat with the remaining ingredients, finishing with a layer of meat sauce. Loosely cover the baking dish with foil.
- Bake for 40 minutes.
- Increase the oven temperature to 500ºF (260˚C). Uncover the lasagna and sprinkle the remaining 1½ cups (150 G) mozzarella and ½ cup (55 G) Parmesan over the top.
- Bake the lasagna for 5 minutes more, until the cheese is bubbly and browned.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 614 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 32 grams, Sugar 5 grams
Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Don't overcook the pasta, or it will become mushy.
- Use a variety of cheeses to create a rich and flavorful lasagna.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different sauce recipes.
- Let the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving, to allow the flavors to meld.
Conclusion:
Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its endless variations, there is sure to be a lasagna recipe that everyone will love. Whether you prefer a traditional meat lasagna, a vegetarian lasagna, or a seafood lasagna, you can find a recipe that suits your taste. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give lasagna a try. You won't be disappointed!
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