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Ina Garten Turkey Lasagna

Ina Garten Turkey Lasagna
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Ina Garten’s turkey lasagna replaces ground beef with lean ground turkey, making it a bit lighter while still rich and flavorful. It includes layers of herbed ricotta cheese, homemade tomato sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan, all baked between sheets of lasagna noodles. It’s a complete one-pan meal that combines creamy, cheesy, meaty, and saucy elements into one satisfying dish.

Ingredients

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For the Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1½ pounds ground turkey (dark meat preferred for flavor)

  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes

  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can tomato sauce or diced tomatoes

  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Cheese Mixture:

  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese

  • 1½ cups grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 large egg

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil or parsley

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Other Ingredients:

  • 12 lasagna noodles (regular or no-boil)

  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • Extra Parmesan for topping

  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the sauce

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute more.

Step 2: Brown the turkey

Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6–8 minutes.

Step 3: Add tomatoes and simmer

Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Stir in parsley and remove from heat.

Step 4: Mix the cheese filling

In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, egg, basil (or parsley), salt, and pepper. Stir until fully blended.

Step 5: Cook the noodles (if using regular)

If using traditional lasagna noodles, boil them in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside on parchment paper or a lightly oiled surface.

Step 6: Assemble the lasagna

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a layer of sauce on the bottom. Add a layer of noodles, followed by a layer of the ricotta mixture, some mozzarella, and more sauce. Repeat layers until ingredients are used up, ending with sauce and a final layer of mozzarella and Parmesan.

Step 7: Bake the lasagna

Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15–20 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 8: Rest and serve

Let the lasagna rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired.

Find it online: https://inagartencooks.com/ina-garten-turkey-lasagna/