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Lasagna

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A comforting and hearty lasagna layered with rich flavors of Italian sausage, cheese, and marinara sauce, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 16 oz Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 5 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, coarsely chopped
  • 2 jars (24 oz) marinara sauce
  • Kosher salt to taste
For the Lasagna
  • 24 oz lasagna noodles, broken into 3-inch pieces
  • 16 oz whole-milk ricotta
  • 4 oz Parmesan, finely grated (about 2 cups, divided)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 16 oz mozzarella, shredded
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, plus more for greasing
  • 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease the baking sheet with butter.
  2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil and add the Italian sausage. Cook until browned. Add garlic and basil; sauté until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the marinara sauce and let it simmer.
  4. Cook lasagna noodles in boiling salted water until very al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and mix with butter and half of the Parmesan.
  5. In a bowl, mix ricotta with the remaining Parmesan and season with salt and pepper.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Fold pasta into the sauce mixture and pour into the prepared baking sheet.
  2. Sprinkle mozzarella on top and dollop with the ricotta mixture.
  3. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

Let the lasagna rest for a few minutes before serving. Pairs well with garlic bread or a fresh garden salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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