Turkuaz Kitchen Homemade Lasagna

Turkuaz Kitchen Homemade Lasagna is made with homemade lasagna sheets, ground beef, tomato sauce, onions, garlic, fresh basil, and thyme. This easy homemade lasagna recipe creates a delicious dinner that takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 6 people.

Turkuaz Kitchen Lasagna Ingredients

For The Lasagna Sheets:

• 2 1/2 Cups 00 Flour Or All-purpose Flour
• 3 Whole Eggs (Medium)
• 2 Egg Yolks
• 1/2 Tsp Salt
• Pinch Of Granulated Sugar
• 1 Tbsp Olive Oil

For The Meat Sauce:

• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
• 2 Tbsp Butter
• 1 Medium Onion (Chopped)
• 1 Garlic Clove (Minced)
• 1 Pound Ground Beef
• 1 Tbsp Tomato Paste
• 2 Cups Tomato Sauce
• Salt And Black Pepper (To Taste)
• 1 1/2 cups Water Or Beef Broth
• Fresh Basil And Thyme

For The Assembly:

• 1 Cup Parmesan Cheese (Grated)
• 3 Cups Mozzarella Cheese (Grated)

How To Make Turkuaz Kitchen Lasagna

Preparing The Meat Sauce:

1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, add the olive oil and butter.
2. Add the chopped onions and fry until soft, then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon or fork, and cook until fully browned.
4. Add the tomato paste and tomato sauce, season with salt and pepper, and stir well.
5. Add water or beef broth, stir, and bring to a simmer.
6. Once the sauce begins to bubble, reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and cook for 20-30 minutes until most of the liquid evaporates.
7. Add fresh basil and thyme.

Preparing The Lasagna Sheets:

1. Place the flour on a work surface, add salt and sugar, and make a well in the center.
2. Add the eggs to the well and whisk with a fork, slowly incorporating the flour from the sides.
3. Drizzle the olive oil over the dough and knead for 5-6 minutes until elastic and no longer sticky. If too dry, add 1-2 tbsp of water.
4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 20-30 minutes at room temperature.
5. Slice the dough into 4-6 equal pieces and roll each piece through a pasta roller.
6. Sprinkle the sheets with semolina flour. Cut the sheets to the length of your casserole dish and let them rest on a drying rack for 10-15 minutes.

Assembly:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Spread 3/4 cup of meat sauce over the bottom of a 9×11-inch casserole dish.
3. Arrange two lasagna sheets over the sauce, then add another 3/4 cup of meat sauce over the sheets.
4. Sprinkle with parmesan and mozzarella cheese.
5. Repeat the layers (sheets, sauce, cheese) until you have 5 layers, topping with mozzarella cheese.
6. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the top is golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Perfect Dough Consistency: When making lasagna sheets, ensure the dough is not too dry. Add a little water if needed until it’s smooth and elastic.
• Thorough Meat Browning: Break up the ground beef well and cook until it’s fully browned for a richer flavor.
• Sauce Consistency: Let the meat sauce simmer until most of the liquid evaporates. This ensures a thick sauce that won’t make the lasagna watery.
• Layering Cheese: Distribute the parmesan and mozzarella cheese evenly in each layer for consistent cheesiness throughout the lasagna.
• Resting Time: Allow the lasagna to rest for 15 minutes after baking. This helps it set and makes it easier to slice.

What to Serve With This Homemade Lasagna

This homemade Lasagna goes well with garlic bread, Caesar salad, roasted vegetables, or a fresh garden salad. You can also serve it with steamed broccoli, sautéed spinach, roasted potatoes, or a warm baguette for a tasty meal.

How To Store Leftovers

• Refrigerate: Place the lasagna in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Wrap the lasagna tightly with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.

How To Reheat Leftovers

• In the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cover the lasagna with foil and bake for about 20-25 minutes until heated through.
• In the Microwave: Place a piece of lasagna on a microwave-safe plate. Cover and heat on medium power for 2-3 minutes, or until hot.
• On the Stove: Reheat lasagna in a covered skillet on low heat, adding a splash of water to keep it moist.

Turkuaz Kitchen Lasagna Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of the lasagna)

• Calories: 450
• Total Fat: 25g
• Saturated Fat: 12g
• Cholesterol: 135mg
• Sodium: 850mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 30g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugars: 6g
• Protein: 25g

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• Turkuaz Kitchen Chicken Noodle Soup
• Turkuaz Kitchen Butter Chicken
• Turkuaz Kitchen Sourdough Bread
• Turkuaz Kitchen French Onion Soup