Ingredients
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Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Lasagna Recipe
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil, adding 5 ounces of pancetta. Sauté until browned, approximately 4 minutes. Next, incorporate 1 pound of hot Italian sausage and 1 pound of ground beef, breaking apart as they cook until browned. Once browned, stir in 6 cloves of minced garlic and 1 cup of chopped onion, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes. Then mix in 3 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 cup of dry red wine, and ½ cup of beef stock. Finally, add 2 cans of crushed tomatoes, season with salt, pepper, and sugar, and let the mixture simmer for 40 minutes on low heat.
- In a medium bowl, combine 16 ounces of ricotta cheese, 5 ounces of grated fontina cheese, 1 large egg, and 1 egg yolk. Sprinkle in ¼ teaspoon of ground nutmeg for added warmth, and mix everything together until smooth and well blended.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, cooking 15 lasagna noodles according to package instructions for about 4 minutes until al dente. Once cooked, gently drain the noodles and lay them on a sheet of parchment paper to cool.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a touch of olive oil. Start layering by spreading a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom, followed by three lasagna noodles. Next, add a portion of the ricotta mixture and another layer of meat sauce. Repeat this layering process until finished, ensuring the last layer is topped with 8 ounces of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Cover the assembled lasagna loosely with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes.
- Once baked, remove the lasagna from the oven and let it rest for at least 15 minutes.
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This easy lasagna recipe can be prepared in advance and refrigerated, making it ideal for busy weeknights.
