Classic Lasagna

Bynews dail

Feb 25, 2025

Classic LasagnaIngredients:
For the Pasta:
– 1 pound lasagna noodlesFor the Meat Sauce:
– 1 pound ground beef- 1 pound ground sausage- 1 cup chopped onion- 2 cloves garlic, minced- 2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato paste- 1 teaspoon dried oregano- 1 teaspoon dried basil- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme- Salt and pepper to tasteFor the Béchamel Sauce:
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour- 4 cups milk- 1/2 teaspoon salt- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegFor the Filling:
– 1 pound ricotta cheese- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese- 1 cup shredded provolone cheeseInstructions:
Cook the Pasta:
1.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2.
Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package directions until al dente.
3.
Drain the noodles and set aside.
Make the Meat Sauce:
1.
In a large Dutch oven or skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and ground sausage.
2.
Drain any excess fat.
3.
Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.
4.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, oregano, basil, thyme, salt, and pepper.
5.
Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
Make the Béchamel Sauce:
1.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2.
Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
3.
Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
4.
Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
5.
Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
Assemble the Lasagna:
1.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.
Spread 1 cup of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
3.
Top with 3 lasagna noodles.
4.
Spread with 1/3 of the ricotta cheese and 1/3 of the Parmesan cheese.
5.
Top with 1/3 of the meat sauce.
6.
Repeat layers twice more.
7.
Top with the remaining mozzarella and provolone cheeses.
Bake:
1.
Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the edges are golden brown.
2.
Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Classic Lasagna

Bynews dail

By news dail

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