I just adore this San Giorgio brand because I use it in almost all my pasta dishes and this time I made a lasagna dish which I call the perfect San Giorgio Lasagna you can find on the internet.
I know that you might wonder what is special about this San Giorgio Lasagna and I will say it is the creamy layer of cheese. I use an extra layer of creamy sauce that I made with some cheese and seasoning which makes every bite of this lasagna even more juicy and creamy and of course delicious.
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Why you’ll love San Giorgio Lasagna
This San Giorgio Lasagna recipe is for people who loves warm and cozy pasta dinners like me, full of noodles that are so tasty from the brand San Giorgio with that rich tomato sauce which makes it juicy and cheese which melts into every bite, I mean, nothing can beat this pasta for a lovely dinner with the family and also easy to make.
You will also love this San Giorgio Lasagna because it is easy to prepare even if you have never made one before and the best part is that you can control the juiciness of the plate, that something you can’t always do in other recipes, for exemple somtimes my stoomch feel like a little bit worring, So I use only little of the tomato sauce.
Ingredients
- San Giorgio Lasagna noodles
- Ground beef
- Onion
- Garlic
- Tomato sauce
- Tomato paste
- Crushed tomatoes
- Dried basil
- Dried oregano
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Sugar
- Ricotta cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Egg
- Olive oil
- Fresh parsley
Ingredients notes
- San Giorgio Lasagna noodles – these noodles are flat and wide, so they hold all the good layers nicely and stay soft when baked. Plus the full recipe baased and named on this Pasta brand.
- Ground beef – gives your lasagna a meaty taste.
- Onion – adds sweetness and a lovely smell when cooked.
- Garlic – makes the sauce taste delicious and adds a strong flavor.
- Tomato sauce – brings the lasagna its red juicy layer.
- Tomato paste – makes the sauce thick and rich.
- Crushed tomatoes – add texture and strong tomato flavor.
- Dried basil – gives a sweet herby smell to your sauce and makes it smell like Italy
- Dried oregano – adds a warm pizza-like flavor.
- Salt – makes everything taste better.
- Black pepper – gives a tiny spicy touch which makes the sauce more interesting
- Sugar – balances the sour taste of tomatoes.
- Ricotta cheese – makes the lasagna soft and creamy.
- Mozzarella cheese – melts into a stretchy cheesy layer.
- Parmesan cheese – gives a salty and tangy flavor.
- Egg – helps the cheese mix stay together and makes it creamy
- Olive oil – used to cook onions and garlic.
- Fresh parsley – adds color and freshness.
How to Make San Giorgio Lasagna?
Boil the San Giorgio Lasagna noodles in a big pot of hot water until they are soft yet not mushy and then drain them and put a tiny bit of oil on top so they do not stick together.
Warm olive oil in a large pan and add the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook until they turn soft and smell wonderful because this is the start of your tasty sauce.
Add the ground beef to the pan and stir while cooking until it turns brown and crumbly which makes it mix perfectly with the onion and garlic.
Pour in the tomato sauce together with the tomato paste and crushed tomatoes and stir everything slowly which makes it smooth and rich and full of flavor.
While the sauce is cooking mix the cheese filling by adding ricotta cheese and one egg and half the mozzarella cheese and some parmesan and chopped parsley in a bowl and stir it until smooth and creamy.
Preheat your oven to 375°F or 190°C and spread a small spoon of meat sauce at the bottom of your baking dish to start the layers which keeps the noodles from sticking.
Put a layer of noodles on top of the sauce and then add a layer of cheese mixture and spread it evenly which covers the noodles well and stays in place.
Repeat the layers again with noodles and cheese and sauce and more cheese until you use everything and make sure the top is full of sauce and cheese which gives a golden crust later.
Cover your baking dish with foil and bake it for twenty five minutes and then remove the foil and bake again for another twenty five minutes until the top is golden and bubbly and smells amazing.
Let the lasagna rest for about ten minutes before cutting which helps it stay together neatly and the layers hold well when you serve it.
Kitchen equipment
- Large pot
- Large skillet or pan
- Mixing bowls
- Wooden spoon
- Spatula
- Whisk
- Baking dish
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Foil
- Oven mitts
Variations
You can make your San Giorgio Lasagna lighter by using ground chicken or turkey instead of beef and if you want a veggie version you can use spinach or mushrooms instead of meat which will still taste good and creamy too and you can also mix cottage cheese with ricotta for a more creamy texture.
Substitutions
If you do not have San Giorgio noodles you can use any lasagna noodles, but this will make it as any other regular Lasagna recipe, So make sure to use The brand San Giorgio as you can find it at walmart, Amazon or order it online from their site, If you don’t have ricotta cheese you can use cottage cheese instead which will still be creamy but a little bit lighter and you can replace olive oil with butter if needed and if you do not have tomato paste just add extra tomato sauce and cook it longer.
Tips for making the best San Giorgio Lasagna
To make your San Giorgio Lasagna perfect always use fresh and good quality ingredients and for sure do not overcook your noodles because they will cook more in the oven and always layer your noodles neatly and spread the sauce and cheese evenly which keeps your lasagna in shape.
And don’t forget when you cut it, try to let it rest before serving which keeps it from falling apart and you can make the sauce a day ahead to save time and always taste your sauce to make sure it is just right for you and your family taste.
What is San Giorgio Lasagna made of?
It is made of soft noodles and tasty meat sauce and lots of cheese, which all come together in layers and baked.
Can I make San Giorgio Lasagna without meat?
Yes and Easy too.
How long does San Giorgio Lasagna last?
It can stay fresh for up to four days in the fridge.
Can I freeze it?
Yes, You can freeze it for up to three months.
Why does my lasagna fall apart?
If your lasagna falls apart it might be too hot when you cut it so let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Copycat San Giorgio Lasagna
San Giorgio Lasagna is a warm and cheesy version of lasagna dish made with layers of noodles and meat sauce and melted cheese.
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Ingredients
San Giorgio Lasagna noodles
Ground beef
Onion
Garlic
Tomato sauce
Tomato paste
Crushed tomatoes
Dried basil
Dried oregano
Salt
Black pepper
Sugar
Ricotta cheese
Mozzarella cheese
Parmesan cheese
Egg
Olive oil
Fresh parsley
Directions
- Boil the San Giorgio Lasagna noodles in a big pot of hot water until they are soft yet not mushy and then drain them and put a tiny bit of oil on top so they do not stick together.
- Warm olive oil in a large pan and add the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook until they turn soft and smell wonderful because this is the start of your tasty sauce.
- Add the ground beef to the pan and stir while cooking until it turns brown and crumbly which makes it mix perfectly with the onion and garlic.
- Pour in the tomato sauce together with the tomato paste and crushed tomatoes and stir everything slowly which makes it smooth and rich and full of flavor.
- Now add dried basil and dried oregano and salt and pepper and sugar and let your sauce simmer for around twenty minutes until it turns thick and smells amazing and is ready for layering.
- While the sauce is cooking mix the cheese filling by adding ricotta cheese and one egg and half the mozzarella cheese and some parmesan and chopped parsley in a bowl and stir it until smooth and creamy.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F or 190°C and spread a small spoon of meat sauce at the bottom of your baking dish to start the layers which keeps the noodles from sticking.
- Put a layer of noodles on top of the sauce and then add a layer of cheese mixture and spread it evenly which covers the noodles well and stays in place.
- Add a layer of meat sauce over the cheese and then sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan on top which makes it extra cheesy and golden.
- Repeat the layers again with noodles and cheese and sauce and more cheese until you use everything and make sure the top is full of sauce and cheese which gives a golden crust later.
- Cover your baking dish with foil and bake it for twenty five minutes and then remove the foil and bake again for another twenty five minutes until the top is golden and bubbly and smells amazing.
- Let the lasagna rest for about ten minutes before cutting which helps it stay together neatly and the layers hold well when you serve it.
