Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that is usually made with layers of pasta, cheese, and sauce. It can be time-consuming to make, but the results are definitely worth the effort. If you're looking for a hearty lasagna recipe that is perfect for two people, you've come to the right place. This recipe is easy to follow and uses simple ingredients that you can find at most grocery stores. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get started!
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HEARTY LASAGNA
Here's a dish that's perfect to share with your sweetie! The heart on top is an easy touch which makes the lasagna extra special. Because you can make it ahead, you won't have to feel rushed when it's time to enjoy your meal. -Marcy Cella, L'Anse, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic in oil until meat is browned and onion is tender; drain. Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, oregano, sugar, salt and pepper. Place carrots and celery in sauce. Simmer, uncovered, for 1-1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. , Meanwhile, cook lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain; rinse in cold water. Remove and discard carrots and celery. , In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer one-third of the noodles, one-third of the meat sauce, one-third of the ricotta, one-third of the mozzarella and one-third of the Parmesan. Repeat layers once. Top with remaining noodles and meat sauce. , Cut a heart out of aluminum foil and center on top of sauce. Dollop and spread remaining ricotta around heart. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes. Remove and discard foil heart. Let stand 10-15 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 391 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 790mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
LASAGNA BOLOGNESE FOR TWO
This classic lasagna might be small, but it packs big flavor. A slow-cooked meaty sauce, quick-cooking noodles, creamy mornay sauce and salty Parmesan are showcased in this hearty meal.
Provided by James Briscione
Categories main-dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- For the Bolognese: Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the meatball mix with a teaspoon of salt and some pepper. Cook until the meat is no longer pink and has started to crisp up, about 5 minutes. Add the carrots, onions, celery, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables just start to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the milk, increase the heat to cook down the milk a bit, then add the allspice and tomatoes and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until creamy and thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, for the Mornay sauce: Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the flour and whisk until a wet sand consistency is formed and smells lightly toasted. Pour in the milk, whisking constantly until thickened and there is no longer a flour taste, about 5 minutes. Add the Parmesan, nutmeg and a few grinds of pepper and whisk until melted and smooth. Season with salt. Remove from the heat until ready to use. (If a film forms on top, whisk vigorously to incorporate it back into the sauce.)
- To build the lasagna: Add about 1/4 cup of the Bolognese sauce to a 6-inch oven-safe skillet. Layer 3 lasagna noodle halves on the bottom of the skillet and top with about 1/2 cup of sauce. Repeat until all the noodles have been used. Spoon a final layer sauce on top, then pour over the Mornay sauce being sure to leave a border around the edges. Place the pan on a baking sheet and bake until the noodles are softened and the Mornay sauce is slightly puffed and turning a golden brown, about 15 minutes.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
LASAGNA FOR TWO
Did you know you can make a Lasagna for Two? This recipe proves you don't have to make a full pan of lasagna for a delicious restaurant-style night-in. Make this Lasagna for Two for date night, to share with a friend or to have a serving for leftovers.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 55m
Yield Makes 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Mix ricotta, egg, Parmesan and parsley.
- Place 2 noodles in bottom of 9x5-inch loaf pan sprayed with cooking spray, trimming noodles as necessary to fit; reserve trimmings. Cover noodles with layers of 1/4 each of the pasta sauce, ricotta mixture and mozzarella. Repeat all layers twice. Top with layers of the reserved noodle trimmings, remaining sauce, ricotta mixture and mozzarella.
- Bake 30 min. or until heated through. Let stand 5 min. before cutting to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Sodium 560 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 21 g
HEARTY MEAT LASAGNA
This classic layered pasta, sauce and cheese dish gets a zesty boost with the addition of chunky, chili sauce.
Provided by Heinz
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Heinzitup.com
Time 1h50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Heat oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven set over medium heat. Add onion, green pepper, garlic and dried herbs; cook for 5 to 10 minutes or until vegetables soften.
- Crumble in beef and pork and brown all over, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato juice, chili sauce, tomato paste and Worcestershire Sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Spread 1/4 of the sauce in to a 13- x 9-in (3 L) casserole dish. Top with 3 noodles. Layer with 1/4 more sauce and 1/3 of the cheese. Repeat layers twice, ending with cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour. Remove foil and bake for 15 minutes or until golden. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 56.6 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 914.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
LASAGNA FOR TWO
Adapted from a recipe in Cooking For Two 2009 from America's Test Kitchen. If you're feeling ambitious, you can make your own ricotta (try recipe #413789 for a fast way); you will need about 1 1/2 quarts of milk to make the necessary ricotta. Do not use fat-free ricotta (or skim milk, if making your own).
Provided by DrGaellon
Categories Cheese
Time 1h5m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil until shimmering. Add onion and 1/8 tsp table salt (or 1/4 tsp kosher salt). Cook until soft, 3-5 minutes. Add garlic and stir until fragrant, 30-60 seconds. Add meat and cook, breaking up with the edge of a spoon, until no longer pink, 2-3 minutes.
- Add cream, bring to a simmer and cook until dry, about 2 minutes. Add drained tomatoes, reserved juice, and tomato sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook until flavors are blended, 3-5 minute Add salt and pepper to taste.
- In a bowl, stir together ricotta, 1 oz (1/2 c) grated Parmesan, basil, egg, salt and pepper.
- Spread 1/2 c sauce in the bottom of a 9x5 loaf pan (try not to get large chunks of meat in this layer). Place 1 noodle in pan. Cover noodle with one-third of the cheese mixture. Sprinkle with 1/4 c mozzarella shreds, then another 1/2 c sauce.
- Repeat the process, starting with another noodle, twice more. Place the fourth noodle on top, cover with the last 1 c sauce and the remaining 1/4 c mozzarella. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 T Parmesan.
- Spray a piece of foil with non-stick spray and cover pan tightly. Place on a cookie sheet and bake until bubbling around edges, 25-30 minutes. Remove foil and bake until cheese begins to brown, another 10 minutes, or so. Let cool at room temperature 20 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.1, Fat 40.9, SaturatedFat 20.8, Cholesterol 204.3, Sodium 1722.3, Carbohydrate 24.2, Fiber 5, Sugar 13.9, Protein 34
HEARTY VEGETABLE LASAGNA
This hearty, vegetable lasagna is the only lasagna my husband will eat. We love it!!! Hope you all enjoy as much as we do.
Provided by Sue
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook the lasagna noodles in a large pot of boiling water for 10 minutes, or until al dente. Rinse with cold water, and drain.
- In a large saucepan, cook and stir mushrooms, green peppers, onion, and garlic in oil. Stir in pasta sauce and basil; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.
- Mix together ricotta, 2 cups mozzarella cheese, and eggs.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread 1 cup tomato sauce into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer 1/2 each, lasagna noodles, ricotta mix, sauce, and Parmesan cheese. Repeat layering, and top with remaining 2 cups mozzarella cheese.
- Bake, uncovered, for 40 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.5 calories, Carbohydrate 49.6 g, Cholesterol 76.9 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 23.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 843.2 mg, Sugar 13.8 g
HEARTY LASAGNA FOR TWO
Barbara is sooo right - This is a wonderfully hearty recipe. In fact, it could easily serve 8! Mmmmmm....
Provided by Barbara Kavorkian @BKavorkian
Categories Beef
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- In Crock pot, cook meat, onion and garlic on a high temp until meat starts to brown and onions and garlic have sweated, but not burned. Stir in crushed tomatoes, paste, sauce and water. Season with sugar, basil, fennel seeds, Italian seasoning, 3/4 tbsp salt, pepper and 1 tsp of dried parsley. Let this come up in temperature, cover and simmer for approx 2 1/2 hrs.
- Prepare noodles by breaking noodles to fit an 8x8 baking pan. Set aside until ready to assemble after sauce has simmered. Once it has simmered long enough, turn off Crock pot rinse the noodles with warm water, no need to cook the noodles. Preheat oven to 375° F.
- Prepare cheese mixture by adding ricotta cheese, egg, 1 tsp parsley and 1/4 tsp salt. Add 1 tbsp of the Parmesan cheese and mix to combine.
- To Assemble: With a 1/2 c measuring cup, or ladle, place one or 1 1/2 scoops of sauce on the bottom of the 8x8 pan. Place one layer of your pre-measured noodles on the sauce. Spread or dollop the ricotta mixture on top of the noodles and try to spread it best you can. Sprinkle or place the Mozzarella/Provolone cheese mixture on top of that. Next, another layer of the sauce, then sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over that. You repeat this (starting with another layer of noodles) until all of the ricotta is gone. I did two good layers with about 1-1 1/2 cups sauce in each layer, and 2 hand fulls of the shredded cheese mix, to give you an idea. Once you have completed the last layer with Parmesan, I sprinkle a little extra, if any, of the shredded cheese on there too. Cover this tight with foil. PLACE ON BAKING SHEET, this probably will bubble over slightly. Into the 375° oven for 25 minutes. Very carefully, remove the foil at this point, and continue to bake for an additional 25 minutes or so. Remove from oven and let lasagna cool for 15 minutes or so. Meanwhile, you can store the remaining sauce in a freezer container, make an additional lasagna (8x8 pretty aluminum pan, just be careful as it will be heavy, may want to use a baking sheet until the freezer sets it up) and freeze it for a later day or keep in the fridge for spaghetti, pizza, bread stick dipping sauce or whatever you want to use this for.
HEARTY LASAGNA
This is our family's favorite recipe for lasagna. It is a hearty dish and does not have ricotta cheese in the recipe and features lots of yummy mozzarella. I use Recipe #68017 for the Italian Seasoning in this recipe. We serve it with salad topped with Recipe #18840 and garlic bread.
Provided by DebS 2
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h45m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make lasagna noodles according to package directions (you need to have 9 total for this recipe).
- Rinse and drain pasta.
- Brown ground beef with chopped onions and garlic and drain.
- Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar, Italian seasoning and salt and pepper.
- Simmer 30 minutes.
- Put a little of the sauce on the bottom of a 9 X 13 pan.
- Layer 3 lasagna noodles.
- Layer 1/3 of the sauce.
- Layer 1/3 of the sliced mozzarella.
- Layer 1/3 of the shredded mozzarella.
- Repeat 2 more times for a total of 3 layers.
- Bake at 350f for 1 hour.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.6, Fat 22.5, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 88.5, Sodium 1002.3, Carbohydrate 31.4, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 10.7, Protein 29.6
LAZY LASAGNA FOR 2
One day when I craved lasagna, I devised this simple recipe and it worked out beautifully. Celebrate weeknights, too! -Carol Mead, Los Alamos, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Warm the spaghetti sauce; stir in mozzarella and cottage cheeses. Fold in noodles. Pour into 2 greased 2-cup baking dishes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° until bubbly, about 20 minutes. If desired, top with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 1120mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
HEARTY HOMEMADE LASAGNA
Help satisfy their appetites when you make this Hearty Homemade Lasagna recipe. Requiring just 20 minutes of prep, this Hearty Homemade Lasagna is full of meaty, cheesy flavor that your family will love.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 1h30m
Yield Makes 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine sauce, meat and water. Spread 1 cup of the sauce mixture onto bottom of 12x8-inch baking dish.
- Top with layers of half each of the uncooked lasagna noodles, ricotta cheese and remaining sauce mixture. Repeat all layers; sprinkle with shredded cheese. Cover tightly with foil.
- Bake 1 hour. Let stand 5 to 10 min. before cutting to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 540 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 22 g
LOAF PAN LASAGNA FOR TWO
There have been so many nights when I craved lasagna but didn't want to get stuck with the usual leftovers. If you've felt the same way, this small-batch version solves all your problems! It's easy enough to throw together on a weeknight and is the perfect size for two (or three) servings.
Provided by Gabriela Rodiles
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt and saute until the onion is translucent and softened, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. Add the ground beef and use a wooden spoon to break it into pieces. Cook, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink, 4 to 6 minutes. Add the oregano and cook 1 minute. Stir in the marinara and let simmer while you make the ricotta mixture.
- Lightly beat the egg in a medium bowl. Stir in the ricotta, parsley, basil, 1/2 cup mozzarella and 1/2 cup Parmesan until combined.
- Begin to layer the lasagna, spread 2 tablespoons marinara sauce evenly over the bottom of an 8 1/2-by-4 1/2-inch loaf pan. Cover with 1 lasagna noodle. Spread on 1/3 cup of the ricotta mixture followed by 1/2 cup marinara sauce. Top with another noodle. Repeat layering 4 more times, ending with the sauce. Top the final layer with the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella and 2 tablespoons Parmesan. Bake until the noodles are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
LASAGNA BAKE FOR TWO
No longer is lasagna only for a crowd-this recipe is made for two. Your own personal serving means cheesy, bubbly cooked edges (that's the best part)!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 50m
Yield 2 servings, 1-3/4 cups each
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350ºF.
- Cook noodles as directed on package, omitting salt.
- Meanwhile, brown meat with onions and garlic in large nonstick skillet. Add tomatoes and cream cheese spread; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until cream cheese is melted and mixture just comes to boil. Add spinach; cook and stir 1 min. Remove from heat. Add 1/4 cup shredded cheese; stir until melted.
- Drain noodles. Spoon 1/3 cup spinach mixture into each of 2 (2-cup) ramekins; top with 1 noodle, letting excess noodle extend over rim of ramekin. Top each with 1/3 cup spinach mixture; fold noodle back over dish to cover filling. Repeat until all filling is folded between noodle layers; top with remaining shredded cheese.
- Bake 20 min. or until heated through. Let stand 5 min. before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 620 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 38 g
HEARTY LASAGNA
This classic lasagna casserole features ground beef in a perfectly seasoned pasta sauce layered with noodles and traditional Italian cheeses.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Categories Pasta by Shape
Time 1h10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese and eggs.
- Cook beef in saucepan until browned. Pour off fat. Stir in pasta sauce.
- Spread 1 cup beef mixture in each of 2 2-quart shallow baking dishes. Top each with 2 lasagna noodles and 1 cup ricotta cheese mixture. Repeat layers. Top each with 2 lasagna noodles, remaining beef mixture and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake at 400 degrees F for 30 minutes or until hot. Let stand 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Cholesterol 75.8 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 767.6 mg, Sugar 10.2 g
EASY HEARTY LASAGNA
Make and share this Easy Hearty Lasagna recipe from Food.com.
Provided by taillightsinsightbb
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix sauce, cooked meat and water.
- Spread 1 cup of the sauce mixture onto bottom of 12 x 8 inch baking dish.
- Top with 3 uncooked lasagna noodles, 1/2 of the ricotta cheese, 1/2 of the shredded cheese and 1/2 of the remaining sauce mixture.
- Top with remaining 3 uncooked lasagna noodles, ricotta cheese, sauce mixture and shredded cheese.
- Cover tightly with foil.
- Bake at 350°F for 1 hour.
- Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Tips:
- Use no-boil lasagna noodles to save time and effort.
- Make sure to brown the ground beef and sausage thoroughly before adding to the lasagna.
- Use a variety of cheeses in the lasagna, such as ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan, for a rich and flavorful dish.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients in the lasagna, such as vegetables, herbs, or spices.
- Let the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes before serving, so that it has time to set and the flavors to meld.
Conclusion:
Lasagna is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe for hearty lasagna for two is a great option for a quick and satisfying meal. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to impress. So next time you're looking for a comforting and flavorful dish, give this hearty lasagna for two a try.
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