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Cheesy Christmas Lasagna

Indulgent Cheesy Christmas Lasagna for Cozy Holiday Feasts

This Cheesy Christmas Lasagna brings warmth to holiday gatherings with layers of meat sauce and cheeses.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or ground turkey for a leaner option
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage or chicken sausage or vegetarian crumbles
  • 1 Onion finely diced
  • 5-6 Garlic minced
  • Salt & Black Pepper to taste
  • 1.5 cans Tomato Paste two 6 oz cans
  • 1 can Crushed Tomatoes canned
  • 1 can Tomato Sauce
  • 1 cup Red Wine or broth for a non-alcoholic variant
  • Italian Seasonings pre-mixed or homemade
  • Oregano fresh is best
  • Fennel Seeds optional
  • Fresh Parsley can substitute with basil
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese or pureed silken tofu for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Romano or Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese freshly recommended
  • 1 Egg whisked
For Assembly
  • 12 Lasagna Noodles no-boil or regular

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Baking dish
  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Meat: In a large saucepan, combine ground beef and Italian sausage over medium-high heat. Cook for 8-10 minutes until no longer pink.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Add diced onion and minced garlic, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes. Mix in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, red wine, oregano, fennel seeds, and parsley. Simmer uncovered for at least 1 hour.
  4. Mix the Cheese Filling: Combine ricotta cheese, grated cheese, whisked egg, and parsley in a bowl.
  5. Cook the Noodles: Boil salted water and par-cook lasagna noodles for 3 minutes. Drain and rinse lightly.
  6. Assemble the Lasagna: Layer meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and grated cheese in a baking dish.
  7. Finish Assembly: Top with remaining meat sauce and a sprinkle of cheese.
  8. Cover and Bake: Cover the dish with parchment and foil. Bake at 375°F for 30 minutes.
  9. Uncover and Brown: Remove the foil and add more mozzarella. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes.
  10. Rest Before Serving: Let the lasagna rest for 20 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Letting the lasagna rest helps the layers set, ensuring neat slices. Stir sauce regularly to prevent sticking and maintain texture.

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