San Giorgio lasagna recipe
Ah, lasagna. That quintessential comfort food, a layered marvel that can bring a smile to the weariest of faces. But not just any lasagna, we’re talking about a San Giorgio lasagna recipe that’s about to change your culinary game. Let’s embark on a journey to craft the most heartwarming, taste bud-tingling, and, dare we say, legendary lasagna you’ve ever had.
Ingredients
For the Meat Sauce
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 medium Onion finely chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves minced
- 28 oz can Crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper To taste
For the Cheese Mixture
- 15 oz Ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 Large egg
- Salt and pepper To taste
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley chopped
Additional Ingredients
- 9-12 sheets San Giorgio lasagna noodles no boil, depending on dish size
- 3 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
Preheat and Prep
- Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures a warm, welcoming environment for your lasagna.
- Craft the Meat Sauce
- In a medium pan, heat a dab of olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until transparent.
- Cook the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is browned.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper. Let simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to marry.
Mix the Cheese Layer
- While your meat sauce simmers like a love story on a slow burn, mix the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, egg, a dash of salt and pepper, and fresh parsley in a bowl. This mixture should be as smooth as your best pickup line.
Layer Like a Pro
- Now comes the moment of truth, the layering. Grab your baking dish and let’s create some lasagna magic.
- Coat the bottom of the dish with a thin layer of meat sauce.
- Place a single layer of San Giorgio lasagna noodles over the sauce.
- Spread a portion of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by a sprinkle of mozzarella.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of mozzarella on top.
Bake to Perfection
- Cover your dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for another 25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving; this is a good time to reflect on your lasagna journey and perhaps pour yourself a glass of something non-alcoholic since we’re not using wine.