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Christmas Eve Lasagna

  • Author: sffatima11gmail-com
  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Meat

Description

A heartwarming lasagna layered with ground beef, Italian sausage, and creamy cheeses, perfect for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare the noodles by boiling them in a large pot according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  3. Cook the meat in a large skillet over medium heat, adding the ground beef and Italian sausage. Cook until browned, about 8 minutes, then drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is soft and translucent, roughly 5 minutes.
  5. Pour in the marinara sauce and let it bubble gently for 5 minutes.
  6. Mix the ricotta filling in a medium bowl by blending ricotta, egg, chopped basil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  7. Layer the dish starting with one-third of the meat sauce, followed by 4 noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, and a sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Repeat this layering, finishing with remaining meat sauce and topping with mozzarella and Parmesan.
  8. Bake covered with aluminum foil for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
  9. Rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Make-ahead: Assemble a day prior and refrigerate. Add 10-15 minutes to baking time if cooking from the fridge.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: lasagna, holiday recipe, Italian dish, Christmas dinner

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