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Lasagna San Giorgio Recipe

Lasagna San Giorgio

Lasagna San Giorgio is an authentic Italian dish made with layers of pasta, rich meat sauce, creamy cheese filling, and a combination of flavorful herbs and spices. This recipe captures the essence of traditional Italian comfort food while being adaptable to various dietary preferences, making it a perfect meal for family dinners, gatherings, or special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 43 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Servings: 7
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Meat Sauce:
  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can 6 oz tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup red wine optional
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • For the Cheese Mixture:
  • 16 oz ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil or parsley optional
  • For the Lasagna:
  • 12 lasagna noodles cooked or no-boil
  • Extra mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for topping

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large skillet (for meat sauce)
  • Medium-sized saucepan (for cheese mixture)
  • Stirring Spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Aluminum foil (for baking)
  • Oven (preheated to 375°F or 190°C)

Method
 

  1. Cook the meat sauce: Brown the beef with onion and garlic, then add tomatoes and spices. Simmer for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Mix the cheese: Combine ricotta, egg, mozzarella, Parmesan, and herbs.
  3. Layer the lasagna: In a baking dish, layer noodles, cheese mixture, and meat sauce. Repeat and top with mozzarella.
  4. Bake: Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes. Let cool before serving.
    Lasagna San Giorgio Recipe

Notes

  • Make Ahead: You can prepare the lasagna a day ahead, cover it tightly, and refrigerate. Just bake it the next day, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time if necessary.
  • Freezing: Lasagna can be frozen both before and after baking. If freezing before baking, cover it tightly and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months. To bake from frozen, thaw overnight in the fridge and then follow the baking instructions.
  • Variations:
    • For a vegetarian version, swap the meat for a mix of sautéed mushrooms, spinach, and ricotta cheese.
    • Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free lasagna noodles to make this recipe suitable for those with dietary restrictions.
    • Lasagna San Giorgio Recipe