Christmas Eve Lasagna Layers (Printable Version)
Layered Italian dish with seasoned meat, creamy cheeses, and fresh herbs baked until golden and bubbly.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Pasta
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12 sheets lasagna noodles
→ Cheese
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425 grams ricotta cheese
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400 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
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100 grams grated Parmesan cheese
→ Meat and Sauce
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450 grams ground beef or Italian sausage
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794 grams canned diced tomatoes
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2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
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2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped
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Salt to taste
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Pepper to taste
# Guide to Cooking:
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Preheat the oven to 190°C and lightly grease a baking dish.
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Brown the ground beef or sausage over medium heat in a skillet. Drain excess fat. Add diced tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper, then simmer for 15 minutes.
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In a bowl, blend ricotta cheese with half of the grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
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Layer the baking dish starting with a portion of meat sauce, followed by noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, and shredded mozzarella. Repeat the layering ending with mozzarella on top.
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Cover the assembled dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
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Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until the top is golden brown.
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Allow to cool briefly before slicing and serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Using fresh herbs enhances the flavor profile significantly.