Lasagna Al Forno Recipe

Lasagna al forno, also known as baked lasagna, is a classic Italian dish that is perfect for feeding a crowd and easy to customize to your liking. This recipe is a delicious and comforting dish made with layers of pasta, meat sauce, and cheese.

This is perfect for a comforting weeknight meal or a dish to serve at your next gathering. It’s sure to be a hit with everyone in your family.

Ingredients

• 12 lasagna noodles
• 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 cups Ricotta cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Follow the instructions mentioned on the package to cook the lasagna noodles. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef or Italian sausage over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
4. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
6. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
7. On top of the sauce arrange 3 cooked lasagna noodles. Sprinkle one-third of the ricotta cheese over noodles.
8. Sprinkle one-third of the mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese over the ricotta.
9. Repeat layers two more times.
10. Cover the lasagna with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.

Conclusion

Lasagna al forno is a classic Italian dish that is perfect for feeding a crowd or for meal prepping. With layers of pasta, meat sauce, and cheese, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you’re looking for a comforting weeknight meal or a dish to serve at your next gathering, this lasagna is sure to please.

FAQs

How to make this recipe vegetarian?

You can replace the meat with sliced eggplants or zucchini.

Can I freeze this lasagna?

Yes, you can freeze this lasagna before or after baking. To freeze before baking, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in foil. To freeze after baking, let it cool completely and then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in foil.