Classic Lasagna

Classic Lasagna is a rich classic dish that is hearty and satisfying. Hope you will enjoy and appreciate this lasagna's rich flavors and textures. A fresh crisp salad with a tangy vinaigrette will complement this rich lasagna. You will enjoy it at a slightly cooled, warm temperature which allows the flavors to meld together beautifully. You can also read the following to learn more on different recipes. Baked Potato Pizza

Ingredients For Making Classic Lasagna

3 tbs. Olive oil

500 g lean ground beef

1 large onion

4 clove garlic, finely chopped

4 large tomatoes, pureed

1/2 cup red wine

1 tbs. tomato paste

2 spring of thyme

1 bay leaf

200 g ricotta cheese

200 ml heavy cream

2 eggs

200 g mozzarella cheese

200 g grated parmesan

350 g store bought lasagna sheets

How To Prepare Classic Lasagna

1. heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a sauce pan until very hot. Add the beef and brown for 10 minutes, or until the liquid has almost evaporated.
2. Strain off the fat and set the meat aside. Reduce the heat to low, heat a little more oil and cook the onion for for 5 minutes, without coloring.
3. Add the garlic, tomatoes, wine, tomato paste, thyme, bay leaf and beef and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the liquid has reduced by half.
4. Drain the ricotta in a sieve, then mix with the cream and eggs in a large bowl. Season, cover and set aside.
5. Pre-heat the oven to 180 degrees. Spread about 3/4 cup of the meat sauce in a baking dish. Arrange a layer of pasta on top and cover with a third of a layer of pasta on top and cover with a third of the cheese mixture, then another layer of meat sauce. Repeat the layers twice more and finish with a layer of pasta covered with meat sauce. Cover with mozzarella and sprinkle with Parmesan. Bake for 45 minutes, or until golden brown. Leave to rest for 20 minutes before cutting.