Spicy Lasagna
Turn up the heat on comfort food with this bold and flavorful Spicy Lasagna! Perfect for those who crave a little kick, this recipe elevates the classic lasagna with the smoky heat of red chili flakes, cayenne pepper, and savory hot Italian sausage. Layers of tender lasagna noodles cradle a rich meat sauce made with crushed tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic spices, while a creamy ricotta and Parmesan mixture adds a luscious contrast. Topped with melty mozzarella and baked to golden perfection, this dish is a crowd-pleaser with a fiery twist. Ideal for cozy dinners, this spicy lasagna is easy to prepare and perfect for satisfying hearty appetites while packing in bold, zesty flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 sheets Lasagna noodles
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Hot Italian sausage
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
- 4 minced Garlic cloves
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 15 ounces Ricotta cheese
- 3 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 10 chopped Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Add the ground beef and hot Italian sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red chili flakes, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and water. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, and chopped basil. Mix until smooth and set aside.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Layer 3-4 lasagna noodles on top of the sauce. Spread a layer of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by a generous portion of the meat sauce. Repeat the layering process (noodles, ricotta, meat sauce) until all the components are used, finishing with a layer of meat sauce on top.
Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese over the top layer of sauce.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil (avoiding contact with the cheese) and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your spicy lasagna!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6798 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 325.5 g | 417% | |
| Saturated Fat | 145.3 g | 726% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1286 mg | 429% | |
| Sodium | 9438 mg | 410% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 616.1 g | 224% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.6 g | 141% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.9 g | ||
| Protein | 391.3 g | 783% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 5514 mg | 424% | |
| Iron | 43.1 mg | 239% | |
| Potassium | 5235 mg | 111% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
