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bobby flay lasagna recipe

Bobby Flay Lasagna Recipe

Let's talk about Bobby Flay's lasagna recipe! (Trust me, we'll do more than just talk).
It's a spectacular dish that combines the hearty flavors of sweet Italian sausage, lean ground beef, and aromatic ingredients like garlic and onion.
The secret to a rich, savory sauce is in the balance of spices and tomatoes, which meld together beautifully as they simmer.
Fresh pasta is important here, providing an enjoyable texture that makes the whole experience better.
Prep Time40 minutes
Cook Time2 hours 25 minutes
Total Time3 hours 5 minutes
Course: Main Course
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Sausage
  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 1 Onion chopped
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 2 cans Crushed Tomatoes 28 oz. each
  • 2 cans Tomato Sauce 15 oz. each
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 2 tsp Sugar
  • 3 tsp Parsley chopped
  • 2 tsp Basil chopped
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 12 sheets Lasagna Noodles
  • 2 cups Ricotta Cheese
  • 2 Eggs
  • 4 cups Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated

Instructions

  • Brown the sausage and ground beef in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic.
  • Cook until the meat is cooked through, and the onion becomes soft.
  • Drain the excess fat.
  • Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and water.
  • Add sugar, parsley, basil, salt, Italian seasoning, and black pepper.
  • Bring it to a low simmer and let it cook for about 1 ½ hours.
  • While the sauce simmers, cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions.
  • Rinse them in cold water and set aside.
  • In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, eggs, half of the parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • This is your creamy layer.
  • Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  • In a baking dish, spread a layer of sauce, follow with noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
  • Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of sauce and mozzarella on the top.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
  • Rest for 15 minutes before serving.