Aunt May's lasagna is a classic Italian dish that has been enjoyed by families for generations. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The combination of cheese, meat, and sauce creates a satisfying and comforting dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. With so many different recipes available, it can be difficult to know which one to choose. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide to finding the best recipe for Aunt May's lasagna, taking into consideration factors such as ingredients, cooking time, and difficulty level.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
AUNT ANGIE'S LASAGNA RECIPE
Steps:
- For the Meatball Mix: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients. Roll meatballs into desired size and bake in preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until golden brown. For the lasagna, instead of rolling into desired size, spread mix out evenly on a sheet pan and bake. Break up the meat for lasagna.
- For the Meat Sauce: In a stock pot (or large cooking vessel) brown the ground beef. Add the celery/carrot/onion mix and cook for about 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and the seasonings. Let simmer for 2 hours.
- For Aunt Angie's Lasagna: Using a 1/2 hotel pan or medium to large baking dish, coat the bottom with a thin layer of meat sauce. Lay out 4 pieces of lasagna so they go up the side of the pan with an additional 3 to 4 inches hanging over the edge. Do the same in the other direction of the pan using pieces of pasta. Add another layer of meat sauce, followed by 1/2 of the meatball mix. Then top the meat with 1 pound of the ricotta cheese, 1 pound of mozzarella, and 1/4 cup of Romano. Add a layer of pasta and repeat to have 2 layers. Fold over the remaining pasta to cover the top. Top with meat sauce and place in preheated oven and bake until proper serving temperature is reached or top is golden brown.
MAMA'S LASAGNA
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly oil the bottom of a 13 by 9 by 2-inch baking dish.
- In a large saute pan, over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon oil and saute meat, onion, and garlic until meat is browned, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon. Drain pan of fat and add stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, then mix in cottage cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan, parsley, salt, pepper, and seasoning salt.
- Spread a little of the meat sauce in the bottom of the prepared pan. Lay half the noodles in the bottom of the baking dish, overlapping by 1/2-inch. Spread half the egg and cottage cheese mixture evenly on top. Sprinkle half the mozzarella and Cheddar evenly over the cottage cheese mixture. Pour half the meat sauce on top. Repeat layering in same order. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan on top. Bake in center of oven 30 to 35 minutes until sauce is bubbling around the edges. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
AUNTY PASTO'S SEAFOOD LASAGNA
This lasagna features a white sauce made with cream of mushroom soup, white wine, crab meat, and shrimp. A wonderful dish to serve guests either at a luncheon or for a dinner party. I have served this dish to so many of my friends, and they have all asked for the recipe.
Provided by Lucille
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Crab
Time 1h35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cook noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water until done. Rinse and drain noodles. Set aside.
- Melt butter or margarine in a small saute pan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Add cream cheese, cottage cheese, egg, basil, and salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, combine soup, milk, and wine. Stir in crab, shrimp, and mushrooms.
- Place 4 noodles in the bottom of a well oiled 9x13 inch pan. Spread 1/2 cheese mixture over the noodles, and spoon 1/2 soup mixture over cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes. Top with sharp cheese, and parmesan cheese. Brown lasagna under broiler. Remove from oven, and let stand 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Cholesterol 209.4 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 1216.6 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
AUNT MAY'S LASAGNA
Some people don't like ricotta cheese, traditionally found in lasagna. This is a nice alternative.-Angie Estes, Elko, Nevada
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h35m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer; drain. Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, pepper and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 40-50 minutes or until thickened., Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Discard bay leaf from meat sauce. Stir in olives., Spread a fourth of the sauce in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with three noodles and a third of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers. Top with remaining noodles, sauce and cheese. , Bake, uncovered, 35-40 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand 15 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 412mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. Fresh ingredients will give your lasagna the best flavor.
- Don't overcook the noodles. Overcooked noodles will be mushy and ruin the texture of your lasagna.
- Use a variety of cheeses. A combination of cheeses will give your lasagna a more complex flavor.
- Don't skimp on the sauce. Sauce is what makes lasagna so delicious, so be sure to use plenty of it.
- Let the lasagna rest before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the lasagna to set.
Conclusion:
Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a lasagna that will impress your family and friends.
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