EMERIL'S 1-2-3 LASAGNA

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Emeril made this on an episode featuring cooking for kids. This was very filling and rich and tasty.

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs ground beef
5 cups spaghetti sauce
15 ounces ricotta cheese
2 large eggs
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 lb mozzarella cheese, grated
1/2 teaspoon Emeril's Original Essence, to taste
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
12 lasagna noodles, uncooked

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a large saucepan, brown ground beef over medium heat, drain fat.
  • Season with some salt, pepper, and some Essence to taste).
  • Add the tomato sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl fold together the ricotta cheese, eggs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, 1/2 cup grated mozzarella, 1/2 tsp Essence, 1/2 tsp salt, parsley, basil, and b1/4 tsp black pepper.
  • Spread 1 cup of the tomato sauce in the bottom of a 3-quart (13 by 9 by 2-inch) casserole.
  • Lay 3 lasagna noodles lengthwise down the dish.
  • The noodles should not touch one another. Spoon 3/4 cup of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, and spread evenly with a rubber spatula.
  • Sprinkle 1 cup of the mozzarella evenly over the ricotta.
  • Repeat with the remaining ingredients, for a total of 4 layers of noodles.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella over the top layer of tomato sauce, and top with the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan. Cover the casserole tightly with aluminum foil, and bake, covered, for 1 hour.
  • Remove the casserole from the oven, and remove the aluminum foil.
  • Return to the oven and bake, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and let sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.3, Fat 30.6, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 142.7, Sodium 1056.2, Carbohydrate 31.2, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 10.3, Protein 35.9

Sandip kushmi
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This lasagna is a bit too cheesy for my taste. Next time I'll use less mozzarella cheese.


Neshen Naidoo
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I'm not a fan of ricotta cheese, so I substituted cottage cheese in this recipe. It turned out great!


Shoaib Gill
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This is my go-to lasagna recipe. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


SHAHRYAR GAMER
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I've made this lasagna several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe for a special occasion.


Quentin Barnes
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This lasagna is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavor is incredible.


R Shakil
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I love that this recipe uses fresh ingredients. It makes the lasagna taste so much better.


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I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and my lasagna turned out great.


Success Stability
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This is the best lasagna recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.


Ann Mbaire
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I made this lasagna for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Dalila Messoubeur
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I followed the recipe exactly and my lasagna turned out perfect. I'm so glad I found this recipe!


Asad Nahra
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are always amazing.


Rhianna Brown
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I'm not a big fan of lasagna, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Youssefffouaaddd A (Fou'sh)
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This lasagna is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the cheese is gooey and delicious.


Maxwell Logan
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Emeril's 1-2-3 Lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-follow recipe. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.