Christmas Lasagna Recipe

Name: Christmas Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces ricotta cheese; 8 ounces grated pecorino romano cheese; 10 ounces mozzarella Fresca soda; 32 ounces fresh marinara sauce (See my Homemade roasted garlic & fresh basil recipe); 3 tablespoons dried basil; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 2 tablespoons dried oregano; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 16 ounces dried imported lasagna noodles (Di Martino is my favorite); 8 ounces hot Italian sausages, cooked separately (optional); 1/4 cup fresh basil sprig (as a garnish); 5 tablespoons salt; 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

16 ounces ricotta cheese
8 ounces grated pecorino romano cheese
10 ounces mozzarella Fresca soda
32 ounces fresh marinara sauce (See my Homemade roasted garlic & fresh basil recipe)
3 tablespoons dried basil
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons garlic powder
16 ounces dried imported lasagna noodles (Di Martino is my favorite)
8 ounces hot Italian sausages, cooked separately (optional)
1/4 cup fresh basil sprig (as a garnish)
5 tablespoons salt
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1
Open the mozzarella fresca and drain out the liquid, then thoroughly dry on paper, or clean cloth towels. Either using a food processor or a manual grater, grate the mozzarella fresca and set aside.
2
Drain the ricotta and put in a bowl. With a wooden spoon gently gently gently mash and pat it down till reasonably smooth and flexible. Using a fork mix in the dry spices till well-incorporated, and set aside.
3
Place the dried pasta in 1/2 gallon of salted boiling water and bring it back up to a full boil. It's usually done when it starts bubbling white. Drain the pasta in the pasta insert, or colandar over the sink. Once completely drained, then sprinkle the olive oil completely over the pasta to prevent sticking. In a festive deep-dish Lasagna pan layer the pasta, sauce and cheese in that order. The bottom layer starts with pasta. Then, ladle on on a thin layer of marinara, then the cheeses--- starting with the mozzarella fresca, seasoned ricotta, and pecorino romano---sprinkle marinara on top of that and then start again with the pasta, ladling on the sauce and cheese layers all over again.
4
Cover the top with foil and bake in a 325F oven for 35-40 minutes, checking and rotating after 20 minutes. Cool covered for at least 30 minutes and garnish with the fresh Basil sprigs, and spicy Italian sausage---which is cooked completely separately.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces ricotta cheese, 8 ounces grated pecorino romano cheese, 10 ounces mozzarella Fresca soda, 32 ounces fresh marinara sauce (See my Homemade roasted garlic & fresh basil recipe), and more.

Yes, Christmas Lasagna falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Christmas Lasagna

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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