Christmas Eve Lasagna
Say hello to the ultimate holiday dish: Christmas Eve Lasagna! This festive take on traditional lasagna bolognese combines layers of rich homemade bolognese sauce and creamy basil pesto ricotta for a stunning centerpiece that will wow your guests. With its vibrant red and green layers, this dish is not just a feast for the palate but also for the eyes, making it perfect for family gatherings or holiday parties. Whether you’re celebrating with loved ones or hosting friends, this delicious lasagna is sure to become a cherished part of your Christmas traditions. Get ready to create unforgettable memories around the table!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 12–15 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 13.2 ounces DeLallo No-Boil Lasagna
- 24 ounces shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 12 ounces Italian cheese blend (asiago, parmesan)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork
- 6 ounces pancetta
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 6.3-ounce jar DeLallo Simply Basil Pesto
- 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Prepare the soffritto by chopping carrots, celery, and onions in a food processor until fine.
- In the same processor, chop pancetta and garlic into small pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot; cook the pancetta mixture until fragrant.
- Add soffritto to the pot and season with salt; cook until browned.
- Brown the ground beef and pork in the pot before stirring in tomato paste.
- Pour in red wine, scraping up browned bits; add herbs, crushed tomatoes, and broth.
- Simmer for about 90 minutes before stirring in heavy cream and parmesan.
- Combine ricotta, pesto, eggs, and parmesan in a bowl.
- Assemble lasagna layers with noodles, bolognese sauce, ricotta mixture, and cheeses.
- Refrigerate overnight before baking at 375°F for about 60 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg