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authentic lasagna recipe Slow Tomato Layers With Basil
- Total Time: 140 minutes
- Yield: 10–12 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
A perfected authentic lasagna recipe featuring slow-simmered tomato layers and fresh basil (ideal for comforting family dinners or easy entertaining). It offers deep flavor and hearty layers for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 9 oz lasagna noodles, oven-ready or par-boiled
- 1.5 lbs lean ground beef or turkey
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes, San Marzano style
- 6 oz tomato paste
- 15 oz ricotta cheese, part-skim
- 16 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup chopped fresh basil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep Your Sauce: Brown 1.5 lbs ground beef or plant-based crumble in 2 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes, until no pink remains. Drain any excess fat. Add 1 diced medium onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in 4-5 cloves minced garlic and 6 oz tomato paste; cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in 28 oz crushed tomatoes, 1 cup water, and 0.25 cup chopped fresh basil. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar (if desired). Simmer gently for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Assemble The Lasagna: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread about 0.5 cup sauce in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Lay a single layer of lasagna noodles, breaking to fit. Spread half of the 15 oz ricotta cheese evenly over noodles. Sprinkle with one-third of the 16 oz mozzarella cheese. Top with another generous layer of sauce. Repeat the noodle, ricotta, mozzarella, and sauce layers. Finish with a final layer of noodles, the remaining sauce, and the rest of the mozzarella and 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese.
- Bake To Perfection: Cover the dish tightly with foil. Bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Notes
Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes after baking; this is crucial for the layers to set properly. Use high-quality San Marzano style tomatoes and fresh basil for authentic flavor. Ensure enough sauce between layers and cover tightly for the first part of baking to prevent dryness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 95 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450 calories
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg