Christmas is a time for traditions, and one of the most beloved traditions is enjoying a delicious meal with loved ones. While many people may opt for a classic Christmas ham or turkey, why not switch things up this year and try something new? If you're looking for a unique and indulgent dish to serve up this holiday season, look no further than this mouth-watering Christmas lasagna recipe. Trust us, your taste buds will thank you.
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To make the meat sauce, start by browning the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Add in the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook until the onions are translucent. Drain any excess fat from the skillet, then stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and beaten egg. Set aside.
Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
Preheat your oven to 375°F.
To assemble the lasagna, start by spreading a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Next, add a layer of lasagna noodles, followed by a layer of the cheese mixture. Repeat these layers until all of the ingredients are used up, ending with a layer of the meat sauce on top. Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese on top, then cover the dish with aluminum foil.
Bake the lasagna for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a festive touch.
This Christmas lasagna is the perfect combination of classic Italian flavors and holiday spirit. It's a great alternative to the traditional Christmas dinner and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Plus, it can be made ahead of time and simply popped in the oven when you're ready to serve, making it a stress-free option for your holiday feast. Give this recipe a try and add a new tradition to your Christmas celebration this year.
<h2>Ingredients:</h2>
<h3>For the meat sauce:</h3>
<ul>
<li><b>1 pound</b> of ground beef</li>
<li><b>1 onion</b>, chopped</li>
<li><b>3 cloves</b> of garlic, minced</li>
<li><b>1 can</b> of diced tomatoes</li>
<li><b>1 can</b> of tomato sauce</li>
<li><b>1 tablespoon</b> of Italian seasoning</li>
<li><b>1 teaspoon</b> of salt</li>
<li><b>1/2 teaspoon</b> of black pepper</li>
</ul>
<h3>For the cheese layer:</h3>
<ul>
<li><b>2 cups</b> of ricotta cheese</li>
<li><b>1 cup</b> of shredded mozzarella cheese</li>
<li><b>1/2 cup</b> of grated Parmesan cheese</li>
<li><b>1 egg</b>, beaten</li>
</ul>
<h3>For the lasagna:</h3>
<ul>
<li><b>1 package</b> of lasagna noodles</li>
<li><b>4 cups</b> of shredded mozzarella cheese</li>
<li><b>1/2 cup</b> of grated Parmesan cheese</li>
<li><b>1/4 cup</b> of chopped fresh parsley</li>
</ul>
<h2>Instructions:</h2>
To make the meat sauce, start by browning the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Add in the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook until the onions are translucent. Drain any excess fat from the skillet, then stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and beaten egg. Set aside.
Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
Preheat your oven to 375°F.
To assemble the lasagna, start by spreading a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Next, add a layer of lasagna noodles, followed by a layer of the cheese mixture. Repeat these layers until all of the ingredients are used up, ending with a layer of the meat sauce on top. Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese on top, then cover the dish with aluminum foil.
Bake the lasagna for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a festive touch.
This Christmas lasagna is the perfect combination of classic Italian flavors and holiday spirit. It's a great alternative to the traditional Christmas dinner and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Plus, it can be made ahead of time and simply popped in the oven when you're ready to serve, making it a stress-free option for your holiday feast. Give this recipe a try and add a new tradition to your Christmas celebration this year.
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