Imen Dridi This classic lasagna recipe is made with lasagna noodles, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, ground beef, Italian sausage, onion, garlic, pasta sauce, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, ricotta cheese, parsley, and egg. It takes 90 minutes to prepare and serves 8 people.
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🧡 What You’ll Love This Lasagna Recipe:
- Rich layers of cheese, meat, and sauce create a hearty and satisfying meal.
- Easy to assemble with no need to pre-cook noodles, saving time and effort.
- Versatile recipe allows for customization with favorite cheeses and seasonings.
- Perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prep, leftovers taste even better the next day.
❓ What Is Joy Of Cooking Lasagna Recipe?
Joy of Cooking Lasagna is a classic Italian dish made with layers of lasagna noodles, rich tomato sauce, savory meats, and creamy cheeses. It’s known for its hearty texture and comforting taste. The name “Joy of Cooking” reflects the joy it brings to those who prepare and enjoy it.
🧀 Joy Of Cooking Lasagna Ingredients
- 12 lasagna noodles uncooked
- 4 cups mozzarella cheese shredded and divided
- ½ cup parmesan cheese shredded and divided
Tomato Sauce
- ½ pound lean ground beef
- ½ pound Italian sausage
- 1 onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 36 ounces pasta sauce *see note
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Cheese Mixture
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1 egg beaten
🥘 How To Make Joy Of Cooking Lasagna
- Warm the oven up to 350°F. Follow the steps on the package to boil lasagna noodles until they are al dente in a large pot of salted water. Remove from the pot, run cold water over it, and set it away.
- Put the beef, sausage, onion, and garlic in a big skillet or Dutch oven. Cook them over medium-high heat until there is no more pink. Get rid of any fat.
- Put in the tomato paste, Italian spice, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper. Mix everything together. Leave the lid off and simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
- Put 1 and a half cups of mozzarella, ¼ cup of parmesan cheese, ricotta, parsley, egg, and ¼ teaspoon of salt in a different bowl.
- In a 9×13 pan or baking dish, spread out 1 cup of the meat sauce. Put three lasagna noodles on top of it. Put ⅓ of the ricotta cheese mix and 1 cup of meat sauce on top of each other. Do it twice more. Add the last three noodles and the rest of the sauce on top.
- Put foil over it and bake for 45 minutes.
- Take off the paper and add the last 2 ½ cups of mozzarella cheese and the last ¼ cup of parmesan cheese. For another 15 minutes, or until toasted and bubbly, remove from the oven. If you want, you can broil for two to three minutes.
- Before cutting, let it rest for at least 15 minutes.
💭 Recipe Tips
- Use enough sauce to keep lasagna moist, but not too much to avoid sogginess.
- Cook meats fully before layering to ensure even distribution and safety.
- Don’t overdo spices; let the natural flavors of ingredients shine through.
- Layer cheeses evenly for consistent flavor in every bite.
- Allow lasagna to rest before slicing to prevent it from falling apart.
🍞 What To Serve With Lasagna?
Serve Lasagna with a side salad tossed in balsamic vinaigrette for a refreshing contrast garlic bread or toasted Italian bread pairs perfectly, offering a satisfying crunch and soaking up any extra sauce.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Lasagna?
- In The Fridge. To store Leftovers Lasagnalet it cool cover it with foil and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- In The Freezer. To freeze Leftovers Lasagna wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil or place in an airtight container label with date and freeze for up to 3 months.
🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Lasagna?
- In The Oven: Cover Leftovers Lasagna with foil heat it at 350°F for 20-30 mins or until heated through.
- In The Microwave: Place Leftovers Lasagna a microwave-safe plate over lasagna microwave it on high for 2-3 mins, or until hot.
FAQs
How Can I Prevent My Lasagna From Becoming Too Watery?
To prevent lasagna from becoming too watery, ensure you thoroughly drain excess moisture from ingredients like ricotta cheese and vegetables before layering them. Additionally, use oven-ready or pre-cooked lasagna noodles to minimize excess liquid during baking.
Can Lasagna Be Cooked In A Slow Cooker?
Yes, lasagna can be cooked in a slow cooker layer the ingredients as you would for traditional lasagna, then cook on low for 4-6 hours or until noodles are tender and the dish is heated through.
How Do You Know When Lasagna Is Fully Cooked?
You know lasagna is fully cooked when the top layer is golden brown, the cheese is melted and bubbly, and a knife inserted into the center comes out hot (around 160°F or 71°C).
How Do I Prevent My Lasagna From Bubbling Over In The Oven?
To prevent lasagna from bubbling over in the oven, place a baking sheet or aluminum foil underneath the baking dish to catch any drips. Additionally, avoid overfilling the dish and leave some space at the top to accommodate bubbling while baking.
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Joy Of Cooking Lasagna Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 377
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 29g
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 71mg
- Sodium: 857mg
- Potassium: 492mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 4g
- Vitamin A: 805IU
- Vitamin C: 7.4mg
- Calcium: 526mg
- Iron: 2.2mg
Joy Of Cooking Lasagna
Description
This classic lasagna recipe is made with lasagna noodles, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, ground beef, Italian sausage, onion, garlic, pasta sauce, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, ricotta cheese, parsley, and egg. It takes 90 minutes to prepare and serves 8 people.
Ingredients
Tomato Sauce
Cheese Mixture
Instructions
- Warm the oven up to 350°F. Follow the steps on the package to boil lasagna noodles until they are al dente in a large pot of salted water. Remove from the pot, run cold water over it, and set it away.
- Put the beef, sausage, onion, and garlic in a big skillet or Dutch oven. Cook them over medium-high heat until there is no more pink. Get rid of any fat.
- Put in the tomato paste, Italian spice, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper. Mix everything together. Leave the lid off and simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
- Put 1 and a half cups of mozzarella, ¼ cup of parmesan cheese, ricotta, parsley, egg, and ¼ teaspoon of salt in a different bowl.
- In a 9×13 pan or baking dish, spread out 1 cup of the meat sauce. Put three lasagna noodles on top of it. Put ⅓ of the ricotta cheese mix and 1 cup of meat sauce on top of each other. Do it twice more. Add the last three noodles and the rest of the sauce on top.
- Put foil over it and bake for 45 minutes.
- Take off the paper and add the last 2 ½ cups of mozzarella cheese and the last ¼ cup of parmesan cheese. For another 15 minutes, or until toasted and bubbly, remove from the oven. If you want, you can broil for two to three minutes.
- Before cutting, let it rest for at least 15 minutes.
Notes
- Use enough sauce to keep lasagna moist, but not too much to avoid sogginess.
Cook meats fully before layering to ensure even distribution and safety.
Don’t overdo spices; let the natural flavors of ingredients shine through.
Layer cheeses evenly for consistent flavor in every bite.
