Best 3 Chef Johns Lasagna Recipes

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Chef John's lasagna is a classic Italian dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. With its layers of pasta, cheese, and meat sauce, this lasagna is a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a special dinner recipe or a comforting dish to warm you up on a cold night, Chef John's lasagna is sure to hit the spot.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEF JOHN'S LASAGNA RECIPE - (4.7/5)



Chef John's Lasagna Recipe - (4.7/5) image

Provided by lmaddux31

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1 package (8 ounce) fresh mushrooms, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning (optional)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
6 cups prepared marinara sauce
2 tablespoons water, plus more as needed
2 eggs
2 pounds whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 container (8 ounce) fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
2/3 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, freshly shredded
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 package (16 ounce) lasagna noodles
1 container (8 ounce) fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, freshly shredded

Steps:

  • Place sausage and ground beef into a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir until meat is browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes. Break the meat apart as it cooks. Stir in mushrooms, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, Italian herb seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Turn heat to medium-high and cook until mushrooms have given off their juices and bottom of pan is almost dry. Pour prepared marinara sauce into meat mixture. Pour water into marinara sauce jar and shake to get all the sauce out of the jar; add to mixture. Reduce heat to low and simmer until meat is extremely tender, about 2 hours. Add a little more water if sauce becomes too thick. Skim excess fat from surface of the sauce and season with more salt and black pepper, if needed. Turn off heat. Preheat oven to 375 degrees fahrenheit (190 degrees C). Beat eggs in a large bowl and stir in ricotta cheese, 8 ounces diced mozzarella cheese, and 2/3 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Season cheese mixture with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and cayenne pepper; mix in parsley. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse noodles and set aside in a bowl of cold water. Spread 1/4 the sauce into the bottom of a 10x15-inch baking pan. Top with 1/3 the noodles and spread 1/2 the ricotta cheese mixture over noodles. Spread 1/4 the meat sauce over the cheese, top with 1/3 the noodles, and spread remaining 1/2 the ricotta mixture over the noodles. Spread 1/4 the meat sauce over the cheese filling. Tap the casserole dish lightly on a sturdy work surface to settle the layers. Arrange last 1/3 the noodles over sauce and spread remaining 1/4 the sauce over the noodles. Dot top of the casserole with 4 ounces diced fresh mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Cover casserole with aluminum foil, being sure not to touch the top of the casserole with the foil. Place casserole onto a baking sheet to catch spills. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove foil and cook until lasagna is golden brown and bubbling, 30 to 35 more minutes. Let set for 20 minutes before cutting into squares.

CHEF JOHN'S LASAGNA



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There are only two things you need for great lasagna: a thick, rich, super-meaty meat sauce and lots of it, and a ricotta filling where only the finest cheeses are welcomed. For the sauce, I love a combination of half Italian sausage and half lean ground beef. I also like lots of sauce.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 3h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
1 (8 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
6 cups prepared marinara sauce
2 tablespoons water, plus more as needed
2 eggs
2 pounds whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 (8 ounce) container fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
⅔ cup freshly shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 (16 ounce) package lasagna noodles
1 (8 ounce) container fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
½ cup freshly shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • Place sausage and ground beef into a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir until meat is browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes. Break the meat apart as it cooks. Stir in mushrooms, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, Italian herb seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Turn heat to medium-high and cook until mushrooms have given off their juices and bottom of pan is almost dry.
  • Pour prepared marinara sauce into meat mixture. Pour water into marinara sauce jar and shake to get all the sauce out of the jar; add to mixture. Reduce heat to low and simmer until meat is extremely tender, about 2 hours. Add a little more water if sauce becomes too thick. Skim excess fat from surface of the sauce and season with more salt and black pepper, if needed. Turn off heat.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Beat eggs in a large bowl and stir in ricotta cheese, 8 ounces diced mozzarella cheese, and 2/3 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Season cheese mixture with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and cayenne pepper; mix in parsley.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse noodles and set aside in a bowl of cold water.
  • Spread 1/4 the sauce into the bottom of a 10x15-inch baking pan. Top with 1/3 the noodles and spread 1/2 the ricotta cheese mixture over noodles. Spread 1/4 the meat sauce over the cheese, top with 1/3 the noodles, and spread remaining 1/2 the ricotta mixture over the noodles. Spread 1/4 the meat sauce over the cheese filling. Tap the casserole dish lightly on a sturdy work surface to settle the layers. Arrange last 1/3 the noodles over sauce and spread remaining 1/4 the sauce over the noodles. Dot top of the casserole with 4 ounces diced fresh mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
  • Cover casserole with aluminum foil, being sure not to touch the top of the casserole with the foil. Place casserole onto a baking sheet to catch spills.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove foil and cook until lasagna is golden brown and bubbling, 30 to 35 more minutes. Let set for 20 minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 729.7 calories, Carbohydrate 49.8 g, Cholesterol 159.4 mg, Fat 39.2 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 42.9 g, SaturatedFat 19.6 g, Sodium 1513.8 mg, Sugar 14 g

WORLD'S BEST LASAGNA



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This recipe may take a bit more time and have more ingredients that other lasagna recipes but it's all worth it when you taste end result. Courtesy of John Chandler.

Provided by dojemi

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 lb sweet Italian sausage
3/4 lb lean ground beef
1/2 cup minced onion
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans canned tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
12 lasagna noodles
16 ounces ricotta cheese
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 lb mozzarella cheese, sliced
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook sausage, ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until well browned.
  • Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water.
  • Season with sugar, basil, fennel seeds, Italian seasoning, 1 tablespoon salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons parsley.
  • Simmer, covered, for about 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Cook lasagna noodles in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Drain noodles, and rinse with cold water.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with egg, remaining parsley, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • To assemble, spread 1 1/2 cups of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Arrange 6 noodles lengthwise over meat sauce.
  • Spread with one half of the ricotta cheese mixture.
  • Top with a third of mozzarella cheese slices.
  • Spoon 1 1/2 cups meat sauce over mozzarella, and sprinkle with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Repeat layers, and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover with foil: to prevent sticking, either spray foil with cooking spray, or make sure the foil does not touch the cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  • Remove foil, and bake an additional 25 minutes. Cool for 15 minutes before serving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your lasagna.
  • Don't overcook the noodles. Al dente noodles will hold their shape and texture better in the lasagna.
  • Make your own sauce. It's easy to do and it will taste much better than store-bought sauce.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. This will give your lasagna a more complex flavor.
  • Don't skimp on the cheese. Cheese is what makes lasagna so delicious!
  • Bake the lasagna until it is golden brown and bubbly. This will ensure that it is cooked through.
  • Let the lasagna rest for at least 10 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the lasagna to set.

Conclusion:

Lasagna is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make a lasagna that is sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give lasagna a try!

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