Beth's Homemade Lasagna Recipe | ENTERTAINING WITH BETH

[@emmasgoodies]

Hi Beth!! First off your lasagna is simply beautiful! Secondly I am from Rome and I guarantee you no one here uses ricotta. I'm so glad you used bechamel 😍

[@josephineroe8424]

Emma's Goodies Location Lasagna di Canrnevale does include ricotta.

[@14yoohoo2007]

No joke... my goal is to be more like Beth. I wish she were my actual friend. Lol. Beth you're so inspiring to someone like me who is an introvert and social inept. You give me hope and help me lose the stress. God bless you woman!

[@p90xkp]

Hi, you seem pretty at ease in this comment! God bless you and be encouraged no matter what! ❤

[@81ehsaneh]

Oh she is riggggght ! When I’m down or happy , I watch a Beth video . I wish she was my actual friend too! ❤️

[@gcastilloraga]

Hi Beth!! I recently moved from Chile to Canada and yesterday I hosted a dinner for some friends for the first time since I got here a little over a month ago. I can't tell you how nervous I was: new electric stove v/s my old gas one, different ingredients, PhD student with little time to shop etc etc. Anyways, this recipe was A HIT. Everyone loved it and I managed to entertained a little like you. Thank you so much for all the love and dedication you put in your food.

[@lorenzocastelli8709]

Hi, Beth! I'm Italian and I can say that we don't traditionally put ricotta cheese in lasagna. At least, my mom has always used bechamel sauce and I love it because it makes lasagna really creamy and delicious.

[@makeupyourmind2019]

Anch'io l'ho sempre mangiata solo con la besciamella.

[@giuliavibilio]

Hi Beth! I was born and raised in Venice, and we do not put ricotta in our lasagna, just besciamella. However our besciamella is definitely thicker than yours and we cook the ragù for two to three hours :)

[@Boobalopbop]

Giulia V. Matthews Yeah, 30 minutes is not enough time for the ragu, lol

[@lindaaugustine6191]

For me, & I am non-Italian lasagne adorer, it’s not a true lasagne without ricotta. Seasoning the ricotta is one of the most treasured activities in making a lasagne from scratch: you add 2-3 excellent, free range, organic eggs; fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves, finely chopped or minced; & ground fresh black peppercorns & good salt. I suppose you could add different spices - I love the idea you have of adding fresh thyme & fennel seeds to the sauce - but, up to now, I’ve relied solely on s&p, but special s&p. I am so happy to have found your show‼️ My family, on both sides, are French Huguenots & I know the 23rd Psalm in French by heart❣️I’m so impressed with your wonderful, conversational French❣️

[@Ann-wr5xg]

Thanx Beth out of all the lasagna recipe this is the only one that tast good and looks amazing

[@kudzaimut2552]

I have lived in Italy for 5 years and have found that it depends on the region. For people in a certain region the ricotta is a must. It's criminal not to do that. For some they use a creamy béchamel sauce.

[@makeupyourmind2019]

Yep

[@lottiebiscottie3798]

Made this recipe for my vegetarian daughter, substituting the meat for quorn mince. It was delicious. Thank you x

[@fluteilove4]

Hey beth :) I'm italian and where I live, I've never heard of a Lasagna recipe that has ricotta in it, but it might be different in some other parts of Italy! I always put besciamella in it so yeah I feel you :) really enjoy watching your videos, by the way, they're very inspiring xx

[@Carina-2906]

Beth, thank you! One more time! I love your recipes and your enthusiasm!

[@Lizforaday]

I like the idea of the fresh lasagne sheets. I never knew those existed. Time to go on the hunt. Looks so delicious.

[@charnaalcazar6245]

Great recipe Beth ! Thank you so much for sharing! I know it's not original Italian but in Greece when we make lasagna we add bechamel sauce just like you do. The only difference is we add egg and cheese in it, and it's still delicious of course... So I guess there are many options to this recipe! ☺️

[@tejeunrivera7197]

I actually LOVE this recipe because I can’t digest ricotta cheese very well so I prefer this recipe and it works for me

[@emcmoris]

I made this recipe (pork sausage substituted with Italian chicken sausage). It was delicious!!!

[@bethmetcalf3447]

I'm Australian & my late mother taught us to use Béchamel sauce but ours is a lot thicker & she also used sour cream mixed with other goodies just before the final lot of cheese, it's to die for! We have no Italian heritage in our family. It's also nice to be able to see each section of the lasagne and not have the béchamel sauce mixed in with the meat sauce, if that's going to happen then why go to the trouble of cooking it as no one will know it's there or how you lovingly prepared it? I still enjoyed watching how you made yours though Beth! I enjoy watching recipes we make being made a different way as another way might be tastier. Thank you for your recipe, if I can find the ingredients I'll give your recipe a go just to see how it tastes as there's no right or wrong way to cook, it's all just different😊

[@attilaszabados4286]

Hi Beth, yesterday mum told me that i have to find out what to cook for dinner... I really love traditional hungarian dishes, but they are so boring to me now since i am eating them week by week. So today i've just shown this recipe to my mom, and she told me that it looks so delicious, but she also said: " It doesnt look like a "ready in one hour" meal " but she promised that we will make it next weekend. I hope we will create a tradition too (if se wont forget it 😂)

[@jaxonpond5281]

Beth I just started watching your channel and I want to let you know I love all of your videos!!!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Aww thanks Jaxon :) So glad you found me and enjoy the videos WELCOME! :)

[@jaxonpond5281]

I'm watching your video when I saw a notification!!!

[@ireneonly]

Hi Beth! I actually do my lasagna with bechamel....instead of ricotta because ricotta here in Panama is quite expensive and I dont like using cottage. Now, bechamel goes great with lasagna too. And its less time consuming and less expensive.

[@katherinestarkey608]

Not sure it's traditional. But Ricotta cheese is a must for me and my family

[@simat7116]

I agree with your Dad using ricotta cheese gives the lasagna richer flavor and creamier texture I used to do Bechamel sauce but I have switched to Ricotta instead and I am not Italian.

[@anastasiakroft]

YAY! I've been waiting for this recipe 😋 I cooked it tonight and it was just perfection 👌🏼 Thank you Beth ❤️

[@hebael-awady4879]

It's our today lunch. Very easy, quick and above all that my kids like it. Thanks Beth ❤️

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh nice! If the kids love it, that's the BEST compliment ever! :) Ha! So glad it was a hit!

[@greenwillow5404]

This looks like an amazingly delicious lasagne recipe! Thank you!! I'm Italian American and we always use ricotta when making lasagna. I never heard of a white sauce with lasagna before. Maybe different parts of Italy make the dish differently? My grandmother came from Minturno and my grandfather came from Bari.

[@farrapouilh7866]

Thanks for sharing Beth. I never heard lasagna with bechamel sauce before can't wait to try it

[@AussieAngeS]

Hi Beth I'm Italian / Australian and I grew up with the typical Italian lasagna. Each region makes it differently, my mother doesn't add ricotta to her lasagna, but she makes her creamy besciamella Sauce ( as she calls it ) without fail. She used her typical 5 hr Italian bolognese sauce, and layers it just the same as you do and sori Kyle's some parmigiana Reggiano cheese over the sauce, layers and repeats. Your lasagna looks delicious. I'm so sure Vincenzo makes it differently too. 😊😬

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh my 5 hr sauce! That sounds totally amazing! :) And yes curious to see Vincenzo's version. Do you know his channel? It's so great! So entertaining! :)

[@AussieAngeS]

Entertaining With Beth yes I know him and he knows me, great man he is 🙂

[@mrengler1]

why not use ricotta cheese WITH a bechamel sauce?

[@debbiespencer3294]

I think your recipes are explained so easy that I will try your 3 puff pastry buns. Thank you very much.

[@michaelfulton5438]

Hi Beth, Barbara here, just recently found your web site and I have been enjoying it very much, so much so that I will tell you about a little secret for your meat sauce that an old Italian lady told me when I was first married. Put a slice of orange peel in your meat sauce whilst cooking it. It really does elevate it to another level. Fish it out before serving. ( I keep a slices of orange peel in the freezer ready for use) Sending you best wishes from the U.K. xxx ❤

[@tinabutler4450]

The sauce is a nice idea especially for reducing the effects of lactose intolerant eaters.

[@katieclarke5259]

Ricotta is a must! But I am going to try your way ❤️

[@rhondawilliams9449]

Where I come from, which is California, Ricotta is included in the Lasagna. However; that being said, I am all for trying something new. In fact, I often find that I like the new twist even better than the old tradition. I look forward to making this with the Bechamel.

[@rosemarydelvalle3794]

Thank you for this recipe! Made this for Sunday dinner today & my family & I love it!! 🥰😋

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

YAY! I'm so glad it was a hit! :)

[@ulafilipowska3805]

My dad is half-italian too and we always go with beshamel ;)

[@silver85leaf]

lasagne is my all time favourite dish!!

[@marymarks7046]

I'm not Italian, however, I grew up knowing ricotta in the lasagna. I really like the option of using a béchamel sauce.

[@julianaramsey2933]

This looks amazing, Beth! I just love your space here on youTube! Please make a video with your husband or kids! I'd love to "meet" the family! Love from Idaho!

[@deenyinagrl]

Beth... I just love your channel, so so easy.. Keep up your excellent work!!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Awe thank you! :) So glad to hear you enjoy it! I really appreciate the support! :)

[@michellevaldezberthet8816]

I'm making this today! thanks Beth you are an amazing chef!

[@9999-r9b]

SO HAPPY IN THIS VIDEO😃👍👍👍

[@romaferns543]

Hi Beth, I just tried it today n it was super delicious! Thx for sharing such an amazing receipe😍

[@Jennloveschanel]

I'm Italian (Sicilian/Calabrese) and my grandmother only used bechamel.. the ricotta is an Italian-American thing.. they don't use it in Naples, Italy where it originated

[@josephineroe8424]

Jenn Muntz LASAGNA NAPOLETANA Originale Ingredienti 1 confezione di lasagne secche da 500 g - chi ha tempo può ovviamente prepararle anche a mano, anche se si tratta di una procedura che allunga, e di parecchio, la preparazione delle lasagne 300 g di RICOTTA DI PECORA 250 g costolette di maiale 6 cervellatine, le salsicce di cui abbiamo parlato poco sopra 1 bicchiere di vino rosso, possibilmente secco una cipolla 2 cucchiai di olio extravergine di oliva sale 4 foglioline di basilico 2 litri di passata di pomodoro 350 g di provola affumicata 3 uova 200 g di parmigiano grattugiato. Chi lo gradisce può utilizzare ovviamente anche il Grana, senza alcun tipo di problema

[@18grasser]

Hi Beth, where did you buy the lasagna sheets? I've never those before but can't wait to try your recipe with them. Your recipes and videos are so lovely. My kids always want to watch them with me.

[@mommabear5059]

Yes on the ricotta!! However, I might try your way with the bechamel just to see how much I like it.

[@larouge4416]

i'm italian and my mom makes lasagna every sunday (so tomorrow i'm gonna eat it yaasss) . you can use parmigiano spread on every layer and ...just a trick ..pour a little milk to the corners of the pan after you finish the lasagna before you put it in the oven and doing this the edges will not dry to much

[@Lysana7]

so jealous! :D I really do miss these Sunday family meals, but now that I live in a new city, I have to make everything on my own and most of the time just for myself...so enjoy your lasagna tomorrow :)

[@larouge4416]

I 'll make sure to save a big piece for you 😁😘

[@wdyumin]

+Martina Rutigliano ME TOO

[@larouge4416]

yes dude . i can send a big lasagna for all of you...but you can instead follow beth's recipe which is very very close to the perfect italian lasagna one

[@Lysana7]

Martina Rutigliano haha yes please, that´s really sweet of you :) :* And I´ll def will try Beth´s recipe out :)

[@Zombeeeclover]

I'm married into a Sicilian/American family and they use ricotta. I thought bechamel sauce was used in Greek Pastitsio which is similar to lasagna. Either way... yummy 😋

[@amyjdholm]

I grew up with an Italian mother. Her lasagne always has ricotta cheese and now so does mine!

[@phelanii4444]

love the recipe! i wanted to ask if I can substitute the meat with mushrooms or ground turkey meat?

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh sure that would be great too! :) Enjoy!

[@masonking2188]

You don't have to ask you can just do that.

[@PatriciaGG]

Beth, your Lasagna is amazing. Your recipe is very similar to own meat lasagna. This dish is a winner in my house and i always make it for an special ocassion. Happy sunday in LA, Patricia.

[@OliviaHenninger]

Ricotta is amazing. I don't leave it out because it's the best part!

[@elenamerkoulova5377]

Great recipe, Beth! Will definitely be trying this.

[@tiffanymorty]

This looks delicious!!!! I actually don't like ricotta cheese so this is perfect for me!

[@FlorecentShroom]

Growing up my mom always used ricotta but I hated it!! Now when I make my own I sub cottage cheese for the ricotta and I love it so much more!!!

[@Hey_Ruthie]

Same in my household. Although if I can and have the extra time, I like to drain the cottage cheese overnight to get ride of the extra liquid.

[@alliemollie]

I want to have this dinner now and it's not even a Sunday. Ha. Bravo!

[@remyandersen2001]

Ricotta is what I'm used to, and it's much different from béchamel. Although I've never tried bechamel. So I think it's more traditional to use ricotta, and maybe mozzarella too.

[@aliciaanderson3622]

Looks great! Thanks Beth!

[@stephensmith9810]

Hi Beth! I was wondering if you had any advice as to where to find the fresh pasta sheets. I live in Columbus, Ohio, and I have not seen them in any of our main grocery stores. I'm excited to try the recipe, so hoping I can find them soon. (And while I know you (and I) prefer the fresh pasta, is there a way to adapt it to the no-bake dry variety?)

[@marianac2392]

Beth, its perferct recipe! You r amazing

[@lorenzopizzoli5088]

Hi Beth! As an Italian living in Rome, I've never heard of ricotta traditionally being used, but I guess it can be used in regional or modern/lighter twists to a classic lasagna. Hope it helps! Keep up the good work, I love your recipes :)

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Fascinating! It's so funny over here, especially with Italian American Immigrants it's a must-have. I wonder if that's because most of the American Immigrants came from the Southern parts of Italy, so maybe it's a Sicilian thing? This is the region my Dad's family is from. :)

[@maritza1211]

Hi Beth! Where can i get the fresh lasagna pasta that you use? It looks delicious! I'll make it soo...

[@misswinterandsnow]

I have no idea whether ricotta cheese is traditional, I do know that it is delicious and that's what really matters

[@Miss_cin2]

Thanks for sharing the recepies Beth, I'll try one day, it look so yummy..

[@dhanyard]

that looks yum..can you please tell me which brand is the large ceramic pot you are using??? thank you :)

[@annabanana5546]

With all your recipes on your tube, you have to put them in a cookbook ❤️😊

[@prettyinpunk666]

Bulk spices are the way to go! Check the bulk section at your grocery store. Spices are way, way cheaper in bulk. What you're really paying for is the nice little spice jar packaging. The same goes for yeast, I can fill up my old yeast jar for $1.50, if I bought a new jar it would cost me about $5! I would bet you could get the bulk fennel seeds for at least 50% less than the jar price. I just keep mine in refillable spice jars or small mason jars.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Such a great idea! And SO true! Thanks for sharing your great tip!

[@fhernachingerzwerg]

What does Italian Seasoning and Italian Blend Cheese contain? We dont have those premade mixes here :)

[@VanillaSolstice]

Hi beth! When I lived in Sicily I only heard of using béchamel for lasagne. :)

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

So funny and interesting. I think it must be an Italian Immigrant-American thing? Thanks for sharing! I've always wanted to travel to Sicily :)

[@sophiaesparza7289]

Hi,I'm thinking about hosting a fall brunch.Can u make a video/menu?Thank u!😊

[@dulciebee7824]

I'm from Bologna where lasagne originated. Traditionally we use a bechamel sauce. So you got it absolutely right! In fact, I've never seen ricotta in lasagne here. I've also never seen an American use a bechamel in their lasagne, so props to you! :-)

[@bdevarennes]

I'm currently without an oven. 😢 Do you think I could make this in a slow cooker?

[@relydbrowning2570]

Hi Beth! Where can I get the fresh square Lasagna noodles!?

[@sindy.calderon]

Is looking delicious! 🍷 Lovely!

[@ellenbishop4124]

Oh my goodness!!! To satisfy my hub and 14 yr old son, I used the bechamel WITH some ricotta cheese and they went CRAZY!!! I never knew that bechamel could make such a difference! Never making lasagne any other way.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

I know right?! It's so good that way! It's really the BEST! LOL! I'm so glad you all enjoyed it too!

[@byronchandler5000]

Hi, Beth. That lasagna looks beautiful. Be careful, Garfield might get his paws on it. What do you love about lasagna? Have a good day, Beth. 💖💖💖

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

I love that you can also make this ahead of time and it's one dish that will feed 12 people! HA! That's the best part :) Have a great weekend Byron!

[@rosastratton4169]

I like bechamel sauce as well 😉

[@jennalynnefron]

Love your channel Beth! Please do another gardening video soon :)

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

I know my poor garden is so sad right now. California just has had such a bad drought the last few summers that come July/August it just a sad sight out there :( Hopefully this winter we will get more rain!

[@janeenejc2184]

Hi can I make this the day before? How would that work? Could I do the meat sauce and the cheese sauce and place them in separate containers in the fridge? Then heat them both up the next day and layer the Lasagna and bake?

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Exactly! That would be the best way to do it! Hope you enjoy!

[@mariannerudden9380]

yes! my mms parents are from southern italy and we can't eat it without ricotta

[@mistymyler2741]

Hey Beth, I cant find those fresh Lasagna sheets. Do you have a brand that you like? Do you buy it in the bakery/produce section of the grocery store?!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

+Misty Myler oh sure I get them at whole foods in the refrigerated fresh pasta section this is brand I use its actually gluten free but you would never know the difference! They are awesome! www.rpspasta.com/food-service-pasta/fresh-rolled-gluten-free-pasta/gluten-free-lasagna-sheets/

[@fzzypurpleturtle]

I was at the grocery store yesterday asking myself if you had a lasagna recipe. This is weird. Haha

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Ha! Perfect timing! Ask and you shall receive LOL! :) Enjoy!

[@judyringstad4209]

Entertaining With Beth

[@mhprojectpresenter9771]

lasana lovvvvvvvvve!!😀thank you for your effort

[@homesweetvictoria1422]

Where can I find fresh lasagna noodles? I don't live in A tiny town but I've never seen those!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh sure you can find them in the refrigerated section of most grocery stores by the fresh pasta. I got mine at Whole Foods. They also make a really great Gluten Free Variety Too! It's this company. They are great!! www.rpspasta.com/food-service-pasta/fresh-rolled-gluten-free-pasta/gluten-free-lasagna-sheets/

[@ADayInLisasLife3947]

My husband's Italian great-grandmother used ricotta in her lasagna. I have not heard of using bechamel before.

[@ikhlasous]

She reminds me so much of Monica from friends!!! :)

[@Boobalopbop]

I agree with your father about the ricotta.

[@jeanieh9386]

I love the bechamel sauce version best.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Right?! Me too!

[@samantham1346]

This looks amazing! I've always used ricotta, but my husband doesn't care for it. Can't wait to try out your recipe! Where did you find the fresh noodles?

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh sure you can find them in the refrigerated section of most grocery stores by the fresh pasta. I got mine at Whole Foods. They also make a really great Gluten Free Variety Too! It's this company. They are great!! www.rpspasta.com/food-service-pasta/fresh-rolled-gluten-free-pasta/gluten-free-lasagna-sheets/

[@samantham1346]

Thank you so much! Very helpful! 👍🏻 enjoy the rest of your weekend!

[@bethzaidavasquez6794]

in love the olive oil bottle. where did you get it from

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh sure I found it at Clos Plus World Market :) It's so handy!

[@MsMaul]

Hey Beth :) I was wondering whether there was a reason you used white wine instead of red.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Great question! I think the flavor is better personally. A bit lighter not as acidic. It also adds a kind of sweetness to it as well. But really you could use either wine. Funny that's another point my dad and I debate, he always asks me the same question! LOL! Enjoy!

[@noreenhallett374]

It looks so lovely. I can’t eat cheese unfortunately

[@mihikadesai4047]

Is there any way to make this recipe with chicken? My family and I don't eat any red meats but I really want to try out this recipe. Also, if you make your own pasta, will that work fine?

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh sure! You could use ground dark meat chicken (i find it's more flavorful and less dry than the white meat), or Turkey and ground chicken or Turkey Sausage. And yes of course homemade noodles would also be fantastic! :) Enjoy!

[@rotmage]

Ricotta is traditional and how my family has always made it. Still Iove the vid though

[@fabiana1986]

This is the most resembling italian based lasagna recipe I saw XD Not everyone uses ricotta cheese, it becomes reeeeally heavy. And I'm from Naples.

[@irenethanasi123]

Omg Beth, your lasagna recipe is identical to mine (I also do it with bechamel sauce) and everyone loves my lasagna! haha :-*

[@sarah4646]

I love your videos

[@witty2345]

Nice!

[@sarahdinahnm]

never been this early...anyway great recipe. I love lasagna!

[@pumpkinbi]

You said that if you don't drink you can substitute the white wine, but doesn't the alcohol usually burn off when you're cooking it?

[@Hey_Ruthie]

Not all but most.

[@Ana-fi5ie]

do you know any recipes for pilaf rice ??

[@qudsiarizwan8538]

Can I Plz get a reciepe for this ?