The Most Delicious Lasagna Recipe

To make the best lasagna in the world, you need a savory bolognese sauce, plenty of tomatoes, quality pasta, fresh spices, and lots of love.

This one will surely be the best you've cooked and will quickly become your favorite.

 

INGREDIENTS :

1 pound (454 grams) of mild Italian sausage meat

1 pound (454 grams) of lean ground beef

1 large white onion, sliced

5 cloves of crushed garlic

5 crushed cloves

1 can 840 grams of crushed tomatoes

2 cans 180 grams of tomato paste

1 can 450 grams of tomato sauce

1/2  cup (120 ml) of chicken broth

2 tablespoons of white sugar

1/2 cup (15 grams) of chopped fresh basil

1 teaspoon (3 grams) of fennel seeds

1 teaspoon (3 grams) of ground oregano

1/2 teaspoon (2 grams) of salt

1/4 teaspoon (two pinches) of ground black pepper

1/4 cup (5 grams) + 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley (divided)

1 pound (454 grams) of lasagna noodles

30 ounces (869 grams) of ricotta cheese

1 large egg

1 /2 teaspoon (2 grams) of salt

1/8 teaspoon (a pinch) of ground nutmeg

1 pound (454 grams) of sliced mozzarella

1 cup (100 grams) of freshly grated parmesan

 

PREPARATION :

In a large pot over medium heat, place the sausage meat and ground beef. Use a wooden spoon to stir and break up the meat.

Add the sliced onion and garlic, then cook until the meat is browned, stirring constantly.

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Add the sugar, basil, fennel, oregano, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup of chopped parsley.

Next, add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and chicken broth.

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Mix everything well and heat until it simmers. Lower the heat to the minimum and let simmer for 1 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally.

Place the lasagna noodles in a dish and add hot water to cover the pasta, letting them soak for 30 minutes before draining and discarding the water.

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In a bowl, mix the ricotta with the egg, the 2 teaspoons of parsley, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and the nutmeg. Refrigerate until assembling the lasagna.

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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a deep 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.

Spread about a cup of meat sauce at the bottom of the dish.

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Place 4 noodles on top.

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Spread a third of the ricotta mixture.

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Cover with a quarter of the mozzarella slices.

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Cover with a cup and a half of meat sauce, then sprinkle a quarter cup of grated parmesan cheese.

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Repeat the steps two more times so you have three complete layers.

Finally, place one last layer of noodles, which you will cover with a cup of meat sauce. Spread the remaining mozzarella slices and what remains of the parmesan. Cover with a piece of aluminum foil and bake.

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Bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for another 25 minutes to brown the cheese.

Bon appétit!