Meaty Lasagna

In the picturesque town of San Vittoria, nestled between the rolling hills of Tuscany, the Rossi family has been perfecting their lasagna recipe for generations. Legend has it that Nonna Lucia Rossi, a culinary prodigy of her time, wanted to create a dish that combined the robust flavors of the local sausage with the creamy textures of ricotta and mozzarella. She introduced her sausage lasagna at the annual San Vittoria Feast, where it quickly became the talk of the town. Word of her delectable creation spread throughout Italy, making the Rossi’s Sausage Lasagna a sought-after dish by many. To this day, families across the region prepare this lasagna, savoring its rich history with every bite.https://francepharmacie247.com/dapoxetine-acheter/

Ingredients:

  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 1 lb Italian sausage (casing removed)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 oz) container ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp dried basil
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned. Add onions and garlic and cook until translucent.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, half of the Parmesan, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  5. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions.
  6. In a 9×13 baking dish, spread a layer of the sausage mixture. Place 3 lasagna noodles over it. Spread a layer of the ricotta mixture and sprinkle with spinach (if using). Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, ending with the sausage mixture on top.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.