Ina Garten Turkey Lasagna Recipe
The Ina Garten Turkey Lasagna Recipe is a total game-changer. It is a lighter take on the classic dish.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds ground turkey sausage.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- 1 cup chopped yellow onions.
- 2 cloves minced garlic.
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes.
- 12 ounces tomato paste.
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley.
- 1 tablespoon dried basil.
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese.
- 1 pound fresh mozzarella.
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
- 1 box lasagna noodles.
- 1 teaspoon black pepper.
- 2 teaspoons salt.
Instructions
Cook the Meat Sauce
- Brown the turkey in a large skillet with oil. Add onions and garlic. Cook until soft.
Simmer the Sauce
- Add tomatoes, paste, and spices to the skillet. Let it simmer for 20 minutes.
Prepare the Noodles
- Boil a pot of salted water. Cook noodles for 8 minutes. Drain them colander.
Mix the Cheeses
- Combine ricotta, half the mozzarella, and Parmesan. Add parsley and pepper.
Layer the Lasagna
- Spread some sauce in the baking dish. Add a layer of noodles.
Bake the Dish
- Repeat layers until the dish is full. Cover with foil. Bake at 375°F for 30 minutes.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- Do not overcook your lasagna noodles.
- They finish cooking inside the oven.
- Let the lasagna rest before you slice it.
- This helps the layers stay together well.
- Use high-quality cheeses for a creamy texture.