KITTENCAL'S FOUR CHEESE LASAGNA
I strongly suggest due to the large amount of cheese filling to use a pan with higher sides or a lasagna pan however you definitely could use a 13 x 9-inch pan but it will be very full, I make this in my lasagna pan --- you will most likely have some sauce left over so just freeze for another time, this sauce freezes very well --- the secret to great lasagna starts with a great sauce and lots of it, so don't be shy to use lots of sauce --- this sauce *must* be made a day ahead which not only allows the flavors to blend and improve but also is a big time saver, it may even made up to 5 days ahead the longer refrigeration time the better the sauce will be, also to save some time an to blend the flavors I suggest to mix up the cheese filling a day ahead, so all you have left to do is boil the pasta and layer the lasagna --- although the recipe states to use only 16 noodles but will depend on the size of pan you are using, I always cook more just in case some of the noodles happen to crack while boiling --- the complete recipe may be layered in the pan, covered and refrigerated for up to 24 hours in advance --- since the tomato sauce is spread on top of the mozzarella cheese, I strongly advise to use only sliced for the layering, if you use shredded you will need to dollop the sauce on top then carefully spread --- prep time for this recipe does not include making the sauce --- you may adjust the noodles to the size of your pan, and also the sauce amounts may be adjusted to taste, the spinach may be doubled if desired, also one pound fresh sliced mushrooms may be added to the tomato sauce :)
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Meat
Time P1DT40m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- Prepare this sauce a day ahead.
- For the MEAT SAUCE; in a large heavy pot cook the sausage meat with crushed chili flakes and onion until the meat is lightly browned breaking up the meat while cooking; drain any fat from the sausage meat.
- Add in garlic, basil and oregano; cook stirring for about 3 minutes.
- Add in tomato paste; cook stirring with a wooden spoon for 2 minutes.
- Add in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, 1 tablespoon salt, black pepper and 1 tablespoon sugar; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 2 hours stirring occasionally and adjusting the salt and sugar to taste.
- Cool sauce to room temperature and refrigerate overnight or up to 5 days.
- For the CHEESE FILLING; heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add in onion with dried Italian seasoning and saute until just lightly browned, about 4-5 minutes (adding in the fresh garlic after the last 2 minutes (do not brown the garlic).
- To the bowl add in ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, soft cream cheese, eggs, seasoned salt and black pepper; mix well to combine (at this point you may cover and refrigerate for 24 hours).
- In a large pot of boiling salted water cook the lasagna noodles until they are just al dente (do not over cook the noodles as they will cook more in the oven, cooking time for the noodles should be a little less time than stated on the box).
- Carefully remove the noodles then place into a large bowl of very cold water, shake off any excess water before layering in the dish.
- Grease a large pan with high sides or a lasagna pan.
- TO ASSEMBLE; spread about 2-1/2 to 3 cups meat sauce evenly to cover the bottom of the pan (I just use 2 ladles full it will depend on the size pan that you use).
- Over the meat sauce, going lengthwise down the dish arrange 6 noodles overlapping slightly, then place 2 noodles at the end of the dish going the other way cutting off one end to fit in the dish.
- Spread HALF of the ricotta mixture over the noodles (the ricotta does not have to cover completely, it will depend on how large your pan is).
- Top the ricotta with a THIRD of the mozzarella slices, then spoon about 3 cups sauce over the slices.
- Repeat the layers using 8 noodles, remaining HALF of ricotta mixture, 1/3 of the mozzarella cheese slices and 3 cups sauce on the top of the cheese slices (do not add on the remaining mozzarella cheese until the end of baking).
- If your pan is very full then I advise to place onto a large baking sheet to catch any spills.
- Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 1-1/2 hours or until the ricotta cheese mixture is set and firm and the lasagna is bubbling hot.
- Remove from oven and top with remaining mozzarella slices then 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese; return to oven and bake uncovered until the cheese is melted and bubbly (about 8 minutes).
- For easier slicing allow the lasagna to sit for about at 30 minutes even more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 776.4, Fat 46.5, SaturatedFat 23.4, Cholesterol 168.3, Sodium 1816.6, Carbohydrate 48.4, Fiber 5, Sugar 12.9, Protein 42.8
KITTENCAL'S EASY LASAGNA
This lasagna is easier than most as there is no pre-cooking the noodles, do not use the no-boil noodles for this just regular lasagna noodles, the no-boil with become too soft with the addition of the water --- this was tested using Classico Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce, any meatless Classico pasta sauce will do fine or you could use your own favorite brand --- I suggest to prepare the meat sauce up to 2 days ahead this will not only save you time but the flavors will ripen and intensify for a better tasting sauce --- cooking time does not include the meat sauce.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Meat
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
- In a skillet cook the ground beef with onion until no longer pink; drain fat.
- Add in garlic (if using) and continue to cook until the meat is slightly browned (about 8 minutes).
- Add in pasta sauce; bring to a simmer over medium heat stirring.
- Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about 40-45 minutes or even a little longer stirring occasionally, and seasoning with salt and pepper towards the end of cooking time (if you are making ahead cool to room temperature cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days, heat the sauce on top of the stove or in the microwave until hot before using for the lasagna).
- Meanwhile in a bowl mix all the filling ingredients together until well combined (taste the mixture and if so desired you may add in more seasoned salt and black pepper to suit taste).
- TO ASSEMBLE; spread 1/3 meat sauce into the bottom of the dish, then place 3 uncooked noodles lengthwise on the sauce (if desired you may use another noodle at the end of the dish facing across but you will need to snap off a bit of the end to fit in the dish).
- Dollup then spread half the ricotta cheese mixture on top of the noodles leaving about 1-inch space from the edge of the dish (the cheese mixture does not have to cover the noodles completely).
- Repeat with 3 noodles, remaining cheese mixture, then 1/3 of the meat sauce.
- Top with remaining 3 noodles then remaining 1/3 meat sauce.
- Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese on top then 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese.
- Using a small spoon drizzle the water all around the edges of the pan at the same time slightly pushing the edges of the lasagna inwards to make room for the water.
- Place onto a baking sheet to prevent any spills (your pan will be very full).
- Set oven to 350 degrees F (oven rack set to bottom position).
- Cover tightly with a double layer of foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Uncover and bake an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Allow to stand for 20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 617.5, Fat 38.7, SaturatedFat 21.6, Cholesterol 192, Sodium 494.6, Carbohydrate 25.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.1, Protein 40.2
EASY LASAGNA
Make and share this Easy Lasagna recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Meat
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the egg, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, cottage cheese, and 1 cup mozzarella cheese; set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the beef, onion, and garlic together until the beef is done; drain excess grease.
- Add water and all but 1 cup of spaghetti sauce to beef.
- Spread reserved spaghetti sauce into the bottom of a greased 13x9 inch pan.
- Layer 5 to 6 lasagna noodles over the sauce, overlapping or breaking to fit.
- Spread half the cheese mixture over the noodles.
- Spoon a third of the beef mixture over the cheese layer.
- Repeat layers once.
- Add one more layer of 5 to 6 noodles and spoon remaining third of beef mixture over the top.
- Cover and bake 50 minutes.
- Sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
QUICK AND EASY MINI-LASAGNA
I love this, its just like lasagna. It uses mafalda (those little lasagna noodles) and is layered just like regular lasagna. Yummy.
Provided by mommyoffour
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook sausage in skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain.
- Add pasta sauce; heat through stirring occasionally.
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Cook and drain noodles.
- While noodles are cooking, mix ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, the oregano and parsley.
- Spread 1/3 of the sausage mixture in ungreased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Top with 3 cups noodles.
- Spread cheese mixture over noodles.
- Sprinkle with half the mozzarella cheese.
- Spread another 1/3 of sausage mixture and top with remaining noodles.
- Spread remaining sausage mixture over noodles and top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup parmesan cheese over top.
- Cover and bake 30 minutes.
- Uncover and bake about 15 minutes longer or until hot and bubbly.
- Let stand 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 644, Fat 38.4, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 122.9, Sodium 1557.8, Carbohydrate 43.2, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 16.5, Protein 30.9
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