Indulge in the comforting flavors of a classic lasagna: layers of tender pasta, rich meat sauce, creamy cheeses, and aromatic herbs.
Gather your ingredients and follow these simple steps to create a mouthwatering masterpiece in your kitchen.
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 12 lasagna noodles, cooked according to package instructions
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
1. In the Ventray Indoor Grill, cook ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is browned and the onion is tender.
2. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
3. Preheat your Ventray oven to 375°F (190°C).
4. Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. Layer with lasagna noodles, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and meat sauce. Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of meat sauce on top.
5. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the lasagna. Bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Allow the lasagna to cool for a few minutes, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve with love.
