Forget about all of the other dishes on your dinner table, when it comes to savory comfort food nothing quite compares to a classic lasagna. Take your next meal up a notch with this delicious San Giorgio Lasagna recipe. With just a few simple steps and ingredients, you’ll be able to bring together an amazing Italian dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds! In this article, we’ll be walking through each step of the recipe from start to finish so you can get cooking and enjoy this delicious meal.
Ingredients
Creating a delicious San Giorgio Lasagna is easy with the right ingredients. Start by gathering all the ingredients from your refrigerator and pantry, including one package of lasagna noodles, one pound of ground beef, 1/2 cup of chopped onion, 1 (26 ounce) jar of spaghetti sauce, 2 cups of water, 1 (6 ounce) can of tomato paste, 1 teaspoon of dried basil leaves, 1/2 teaspoon of fennel seed, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder and salt and pepper to taste. You’ll also need 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese and one cup grated Parmesan cheese to top off your lasagna.
Once you have all the necessary ingredients on hand it’s time to get cooking! Start by heating your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Then cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. While they are cooking you can prepare the sauce for the lasagna by browning the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Once it is cooked through add in the chopped onion and cook until soft. Then add in the spaghetti sauce along with two cups water and a can of tomato paste as well as basil leaves, fennel seed and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 15 minutes then season with salt, pepper and garlic powder according to taste.
Now that you have all the components prepared for your San Giorgio Lasagna it’s time to assemble! Layer a 9×13 inch baking dish with half of the cooked lasagna noodles followed by half of the meat sauce mixture. Sprinkle four cups shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over that layer before repeating these steps with remaining noodles and sauce mixture followed by another layer of mozzarella cheese and finally grated Parmesan cheese on top. Bake uncovered at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on top
Step 1
Cooking the Noodles
The first step in making a delicious San Giorgio Lasagna is to cook the noodles. Set your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil. Once boiling, add some salt and then drop in the lasagna noodles. Cook them for 10 minutes or until they are al dente. After 10 minutes, drain the noodles and rinse them with cold water to stop the cooking process. Once they have cooled somewhat, you are ready to assemble your San Giorgio Lasagna!
Step 2
Making the Sauce
Now that the noodles have been cooked and cooled, it’s time to make the sauce. Begin by heating a large saucepan over medium heat. Once hot, add olive oil and garlic and cook until fragrant. Next, add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, sugar, basil and oregano to the pan. Simmer for 30 minutes or until sauce has reduced by half. If needed, adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste. Once finished, set aside to cool slightly before assembling your lasagna.
To ensure that your lasagna is flavorful and not too salty or sweet, it is important to season appropriately while making the sauce. Start with a little bit of salt at first so that you can taste as you go along and adjust according to your preference. The same goes for sugar – don’t be afraid to experiment with different amounts until you find just the right balance for your dish! Additionally, if desired feel free to add additional herbs such as rosemary or thyme for extra flavor complexity.
Once the sauce has simmered down sufficiently it should be thick enough that it coats a spoon but still pourable enough that it won’t clump up when spread on top of noodles in the baking dish later on in assembly process. Take care not to overcook it as this will result in a dryer end product when baked in the oven with layers of cheese placed on top of it!
Step 3
Cooking the Beef
In this section, we’ll be cooking the beef for our San Giorgio Lasagna. Start by heating a large skillet over medium heat and adding in your ground beef. Cook until browned, stirring often to break up clumps. Once cooked through, drain away any excess fat from the pan and return it to the heat. Add in garlic, salt, and pepper and give everything a good stir until fragrant. Then add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water to the pan. Stir everything together then reduce the heat to low-medium and simmer for 10 minutes or until the sauce has thickened slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired before setting aside while you assemble your lasagna.
Once your beef is cooked, you’re ready to begin assembling your lasagna! Make sure you have all of your ingredients prepped ahead of time so that you can quickly layer everything together without having to pause mid-way through assembly. With a few simple steps, you’ll have a delicious San Giorgio Lasagna that’s sure to impress both family and friends alike!
Step 4
Baking the Lasagna
Now that all of your ingredients have been prepped, it’s time to bake the lasagna. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish for the San Giorgio Lasagna roll-up. Layer the bottom of the dish with half of the cooked noodles and spread an even layer of sauce over them. Sprinkle four cups of mozzarella cheese evenly over this layer and top with the remaining noodles. Spread an even layer of meat sauce on top, followed by another layer of mozzarella cheese. Finally, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over everything before transferring to preheated oven and baking uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving. This will allow all the flavors to settle in and give you a delicious and cheesy lasagna that is sure to please!
When preparing this dish, keep in mind that each individual ingredient plays an important role in creating a flavorful final product. Be sure to use quality ingredients such as high-quality Italian tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, fresh herbs like basil or oregano (not dried), freshly grated Parmesan cheese, whole milk mozzarella, etc., for best results!
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