Ina Garten Turkey Lasagna Recipe
Ina Garten Turkey Lasagna Recipe is warm, cheesy and very comforting. This dish is lighter than beef lasagna but still full of flavor. The Ina Garten Turkey Lasagna Recipe is perfect for family dinners, potlucks and holidays.
Ingredients
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 1.5 pounds ground turkey
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
Boil the noodles
- Cook noodles in salted water until soft but firm. Drain and set aside on a plate to cool.
Cook the turkey
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, add turkey and cook until browned. Break up lumps while stirring gently.
Add onion and garlic
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until onion is soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Add sauce and spices
- Pour in marinara sauce, basil, oregano, salt and pepper. Simmer gently to blend all flavors together.
Prepare cheese mixture
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, parmesan, some mozzarella, salt and pepper until smooth and creamy.
Layer the lasagna
- Spread sauce in the baking dish, add noodles, then cheese mixture and turkey sauce. Repeat layers evenly.
Top with cheese
- Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and parmesan on top for a golden, bubbly, cheesy crust.
Bake the lasagna
- Cover with foil and bake 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 20 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
Rest and serve
- Let lasagna rest 10 minutes before cutting. This helps the layers set and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Use fresh cheese for best melting
- Don’t overcook noodles before layering
- Taste sauce and adjust seasoning
- Let lasagna rest before cutting
- Use high-quality marinara for richer flavor