Christmas Eve Lasagna (Festive Lasagna Bolognese!)
Indulge in the festive spirit with our Christmas Eve Lasagna, a delightful twist on the classic lasagna bolognese. This hearty dish features layers of rich homemade bolognese sauce, creamy basil pesto ricotta, and plenty of gooey cheese, creating a mouthwatering combination that’s both comforting and visually stunning. With vibrant red and green layers, this lasagna not only serves as a delicious meal but also as an eye-catching centerpiece for your holiday gatherings. Perfect for family celebrations or cozy dinners with friends, this savory dish is destined to be a cherished tradition. Prepare it in advance to easily impress your guests, and enjoy the memorable moments that come with sharing good food.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12-15 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 13.2-ounce box DeLallo No-Boil Lasagna
- Ground beef
- Turkey strips
- Carrots, roughly chopped
- Celery, roughly chopped
- Onion, roughly chopped
- Basil pesto ricotta
- 24 ounces shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- 12 ounces Italian cheese blend
- Crushed tomatoes
- Tomato paste
- Low-sodium chicken broth
- Olive oil
- Fresh rosemary
- Fresh thyme
- Bay leaves
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper
- Ricotta cheese
- Large eggs
- Grated parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Prepare the soffritto by pulsing carrots, celery, and onion in a food processor until finely chopped.
- Cook the soffritto mixture in olive oil until fragrant.
- Brown the ground beef and turkey strips in the pot; add tomato paste and cook briefly.
- Stir in vinegar, herbs, crushed tomatoes, and broth; simmer for about 90 minutes.
- Mix ricotta with basil pesto and seasonings.
- Assemble lasagna by layering bolognese sauce, no-boil noodles, ricotta mixture, and cheeses.
- Cover and refrigerate assembled lasagna for several hours or overnight.
- Bake covered for one hour; uncover for the last ten minutes to brown cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg