20 Italian Lasagne Sauce Recipe You Won't Believe The Taste!
Published on: Mar 17, 2024
In addition to the rich and flavorful Italian lasagne sauce recipe we have already shared, there is another variation of this classic dish that will surely tantalize your taste buds. This recipe is a perfect blend of traditional Italian flavors with a modern twist, making it a must-try for any food lover. So, gather your ingredients and let's get cooking!
Main Ingredients: Ripe Tomatoes, Red Onion, Carrots, Celery Stalks
For our first recipe, we have a classic Italian tomato sauce known as Pomarola. This sauce is made with simple ingredients such as tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and herbs. It is perfect for topping off your beer can chicken and adding a burst of fresh flavor. To make this sauce, simply sauté diced tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil in olive oil until the tomatoes are soft. Then, blend the mixture until smooth and pour over your chicken before roasting.
Bolognese sauce is a rich and hearty sauce that pairs perfectly with beer can chicken. This traditional Italian sauce is made with a combination of ground beef, tomatoes, onions, and herbs. To make it, cook the ground beef until browned, then add in diced onions and garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, and dried thyme, and let the sauce simmer for at least an hour before serving.
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Italian Béchamel Sauce (White Sauce)
Main Ingredients: Flour, Butter, Milk, Ground Nutmeg, White Pepper
If you're looking for a creamy and indulgent sauce to go with your beer can chicken, then look no further than Béchamel sauce. This classic Italian white sauce is made with butter, flour, and milk and can be used as a base for many different sauces. To make it, melt butter in a saucepan and stir in flour to create a roux. Slowly add in milk, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. For extra flavor, add in grated parmesan cheese and nutmeg.
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Alfredo Sauce
Main Ingredients: Heavy Cream, Unsalted Butter, Grated Parmesan Cheese
Another creamy and delicious sauce that pairs well with beer can chicken is Alfredo sauce. This sauce is made with butter, cream, and parmesan cheese, creating a rich and velvety texture. To make it, melt butter in a saucepan and add in minced garlic. Pour in heavy cream and let it simmer until it thickens. Stir in freshly grated parmesan cheese and black pepper to taste.
If you're a fan of spicy food, then you'll love this next sauce on our list. Arrabbiata sauce is a spicy tomato-based sauce that is easy to make and adds a kick to your beer can chicken. To make it, sauté garlic and red pepper flakes in olive oil until fragrant. Add in crushed tomatoes and simmer for about 20 minutes. Finish off the sauce with a handful of chopped fresh parsley and serve over your chicken.
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Homemade Marinara Sauce
Main Ingredients: Olive Oil, Garlic Cloves, Fresh Basil Leaves, Crushed
Marinara sauce is a staple in Italian cooking and is a great option for topping off your beer can chicken. This sauce is made with tomatoes, garlic, and herbs and can be made in just 30 minutes. To make it, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add in crushed tomatoes, fresh basil, and dried oregano and let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes. For a smoother sauce, blend it before serving.
If you're a fan of meatballs, then you'll love this next sauce on our list. This Italian meatball sauce is made with a combination of beef, pork, and veal, making it a flavorful and hearty addition to your beer can chicken. To make it, combine the ground meats with breadcrumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, and an egg. Roll into meatballs and cook in a pot with crushed tomatoes, dried parsley, and dried basil. Serve over your chicken for a delicious twist.
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Bechamel Sauce for Lasagna or Pasta
Main Ingredients: Butter, Flour, Milk, Grated Nutmeg, Parmesan Cheese
Bechamel sauce is not only great for topping off your beer can chicken, but it also makes a great sauce for lasagna or pasta dishes. To make it, melt butter in a saucepan and stir in flour to create a roux. Slowly add in milk, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. For extra flavor, add in grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried parsley. Layer the sauce with lasagna noodles or mix it in with your favorite pasta.
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Authentic (Quick) Italian Tomato Sauce for Pasta
Main Ingredients: Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic, Italian Parsley
If you're short on time but still want to add an authentic Italian touch to your beer can chicken, then this quick tomato sauce is the perfect option. To make it, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add in crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, and dried basil and let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes. Serve over your chicken or use it as a dipping sauce.
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Easy Basil Pesto Sauce
Main Ingredients: Fresh Basil Leaves, Garlic Cloves, Grated Parmesan
Pesto is a classic Italian sauce that is made with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and parmesan cheese. This sauce is packed with flavor and is a great addition to your beer can chicken. To make it, blend together fresh basil leaves, garlic, pine nuts, and olive oil until smooth. Stir in grated parmesan cheese and serve over your chicken.
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Easy Marinara Sauce
Main Ingredients: Olive Oil, Onion, Carrot, Garlic Cloves, Fresh Basil
If you're in a pinch and need a quick and easy sauce for your beer can chicken, then this marinara sauce is the perfect option. To make it, simply combine crushed tomatoes, garlic powder, dried oregano, and dried basil. Let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes and then pour over your chicken.
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Classic Bolognese Sauce
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Pancetta
Another classic Italian sauce that is perfect for topping off your beer can chicken is Bolognese. This rich and flavorful sauce is made with a combination of ground beef, pork, and veal, along with tomatoes and herbs. To make it, cook the ground meats until browned, then add in diced onions and garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, and dried thyme, and let the sauce simmer for at least an hour before serving.
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The Perfect Homemade Pizza Sauce
Main Ingredients: Olive Oil, Unsalted Butter, Onions, Garlic Cloves
Who says pizza sauce is only for pizza? This homemade pizza sauce is also a great option for topping off your beer can chicken. To make it, sauté garlic and dried oregano in olive oil until fragrant. Add in crushed tomatoes and let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes. For extra flavor, add in chopped fresh basil and crushed red pepper flakes.
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Marinara Sauce
Main Ingredients: Olive Oil, Garlic Cloves, Crushed Tomatoes, Crushed Red
Marinara sauce is a versatile and delicious option for topping off your beer can chicken. To make it, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add in crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, and dried basil and let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes. For a smoother sauce, blend it before serving.
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Homemade Pizza Sauce
Main Ingredients: Plum Tomatoes, Red Bell Pepper, Garlic, Tomato Paste
This homemade pizza sauce is a great option for topping off your beer can chicken. To make it, sauté garlic and dried oregano in olive oil until fragrant. Add in crushed tomatoes and let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes. For extra flavor, add in chopped fresh basil and crushed red pepper flakes. Use it as a dipping sauce or pour over your chicken before roasting.
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Easy Homemade Spaghetti Sauce
Main Ingredients: Garlic Cloves, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Crushed
This easy homemade spaghetti sauce is the perfect option for topping off your beer can chicken. To make it, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add in crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, and dried basil and let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes. For a smoother sauce, blend it before serving. Serve over your chicken or mix it in with your favorite pasta.
This authentic Italian marinara sauce is a flavorful and delicious option for topping off your beer can chicken. To make it, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add in crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, and dried basil and let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes. For a smoother sauce, blend it before serving. Finish off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley before serving.
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Fresh Tomato Marinara Sauce
Main Ingredients: Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Yellow Onion, Garlic, Red Wine
If you have fresh tomatoes on hand, then this fresh tomato marinara sauce is a must-try for topping off your beer can chicken. To make it, steam and peel fresh tomatoes and chop them into small pieces. Sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant and add in the chopped tomatoes. Let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes and finish off with fresh basil and dried oregano.
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5-Minute Pizza Sauce
Main Ingredients: Tomato Sauce, Tomato Paste, Garlic Cloves, Dried
If you're short on time but still want a delicious sauce for your beer can chicken, then this 5-minute pizza sauce is the answer. To make it, combine tomato sauce, dried oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes and then pour over your chicken before roasting.
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White Wine Sauce
Main Ingredients: Pasta, Minced Garlic, Olive Oil, Butter, Crushed Red
Last but not least, we have a unique and flavorful white wine sauce that is perfect for topping off your beer can chicken. To make it, sauté garlic and chopped shallots in butter until fragrant. Add in white wine and let it reduce before stirring in heavy cream. Let the sauce simmer until it thickens and finish off with fresh thyme and lemon juice.
Ingredients:
For the sauce:
1 pound ground beef
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can crushed tomatoes
1 can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup red wine
For the lasagne:
1 pound lasagne noodles
16 ounces ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 pound mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic in a large saucepan over medium heat until the beef is browned.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red wine to the saucepan. Stir well and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
While the sauce is simmering, cook the lasagne noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, egg, and black pepper.
Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer 3 lasagne noodles on top of the sauce.
Add a layer of the ricotta cheese mixture and top with a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers until you run out of ingredients, ending with a layer of meat sauce on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the lasagne cool for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil, if desired.
Final Thoughts:
This Italian lasagne sauce recipe is a delicious twist on the classic dish. The addition of red wine adds depth of flavor to the rich and hearty sauce, while the combination of ricotta, parmesan, and mozzarella cheese creates a creamy and indulgent texture. Serve this lasagne with a fresh green salad and garlic bread for a complete and satisfying meal. Buon appetito!
