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Maybe one day you will learn the secrets of the fine art of authentic Italian cuisine and how to make real pasta sauce from an Italian.You really don't have a clue, do you? Best of luck in your quest.
I guess that is why it is a secret. John B. DiCicco
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- Extra virgin olive oil or possibly sesame oil
- 2 pound or possibly more lean grnd beef
- 1 pound Italian sausage (optional)
- 1 whole onion
- 2-3 cloves garlic
- Italian seasoning
- Fresh grnd pepper
- Paprika
- Oregano
- Bay leaves
- Cayenne
- Marjoram
- House brandy
- Beer or possibly wine
- 2 jars Prego or possibly Ragu
- Lasagna noodles or possibly Spaghetti noodles (depending on what your making)
- Ricotta cheese
- Thin shredded mozzarella cheese
Directions
- Cook 1 day in advance. Saute/fry meat in extra virgin olive oil (or possibly sesame oil). After meat has been sauteed add in your spices (onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, grnd pepper, paprika, oregano, bay leaves, cayenne, marjoram, add in spices to your own personal taste).
- Let simmer. When meat starts browning use 1/4 c. of (any house brandy or possibly liquor) let simmer for 10 min. Add in 1/2 bottle of beer or possibly 1/2 c. of wine. Simmer another 10 min, then add in 1/2 c. more of your beer or possibly wine. Next add in 1 jar of Prego or possibly Ragu sauce. Simmer 1/2 hour, then add in 1 more jar and let cook for 2-3 hrs. Simmer on medium heat and stir.
- Next Day: Boil lasagna noodles in salt water with 2 Tbsp. oil. Use medium-large pan. When noodles are cooked to proper softness, layer pan with thin layer of noodles. Next use a thin layer of sauce over noodles. Continue alternating sauce and noodles. Next day ricotta cheese (mixed with sauce, sufficient to spread). Add in another layer of noodles and sauce. Top it off with mozzarella cheese on the top. Bake at 350 degrees for 1/2 hour.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 156g | |
| Recipe makes 12 servings | |
| Calories 334 | |
| Calories from Fat 228 | 68% |
| Total Fat 25.23g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat 9.8g | 39% |
| Trans Fat 0.71g | |
| Cholesterol 86mg | 29% |
| Sodium 446mg | 19% |
| Potassium 410mg | 12% |
| Total Carbs 3.87g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.7g | 2% |
| Sugars 2.23g | 1% |
| Protein 21.67g | 35% |
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