The Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe - How To Make Irresistible Lasagna

If you're a fan of Lasagna, you really need to try this recipe! It's packed with layers of flavor and an incredible cheese mixture that is a nice spin on the traditional ricotta. Let's #makeithappen
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Shopping List:
1 box lasagna noodles
1 yellow onion (diced)
3 cloves minced garlic or 1 tbsp garlic paste
1 28oz can tomato sauce
1 28oz can crushed tomatoes
beef bouillon powder
1/2 cup dry red wine
Salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder
Fresh basil, chopped parsley
1l b ground beef
2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
1 lb sweet italian sausage
1 pinch of sugar
Parsley & Basil
1 egg
8 oz fresh mozzarella (sliced into chunks)
2 cups parmesan
8-10 oz Ricotta cheese
5 oz boursin garlic and herb cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder, italian seasoning
cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes (to taste)

[@catherinebrown9316]

Hi, I am a traditional black woman and this would be my first time making Lasagna and watching you and the ingredients that you put in it looks wonderful, I asked my husband what he thinks and because he is a meat eater, he asked me too add just a little more meat ☺I have tried some of your recipes and it has never let me down, so thank you it is so nice to see a man cooking the way you do with so much passion. Keep up the good work.

[@HarrisPilton789]

What is a “traditional” black woman, and why did you even mention that?

[@perrywalton2464]

@@HarrisPilton789the poster answered your question. She typically would not cook an Italian dish such as lasagna due to maybe what her community would normally consume. Not certain why you would question her mentioning that she is black

[@lovelylenay]

@@HarrisPilton789don’t be ignorant, clearly this is not a dish of our culture that’s why she said wtf she said!

[@oldNavyJZ]

The question was the word "traditional" and I agree the comment seems out of place. To get rid of racism, let's all stop focusing on race. @@perrywalton2464

[@liliwms508]

She did say it would be her first time making lasagna….hence her statement of ‘traditional black woman’. I think it was just her reinforcing her compliment to the chef.

[@Mainecoonlady.]

Obviously not a traditional lasagne but some nice twists. I was taught in an Italian family. I noticed when you layered the pasta, you placed the layers all the same direction. To stabilize the filling, I was taught to alternate with vertical and horizontal pasta layers to create a tight weave, so it doesn’t slide apart. I don’t use tomato paste. It adds acid. Leaving it out nullifies the need for sugar. A hearty well balanced sauce should simmer a minimum 3 hours. There’s no acid and the tomatoes become naturally sweet. I like your passion for flavors and techniques. Thanks for sharing.

[@Cutay7BOOTAY]

Thanks for the tip about alternating the pasta!

[@klovefamous7077]

A little sugar gives it a great balance of flavors

[@effy9345]

When I saw tomato sauce, I decided to use good store bought spaghetti sauce instead. I always add a little bit of brown sugar when I make spaghetti sauce.

[@cocono5]

3 hours😮. Ma’am I have to get this in the oven.😅

[@zeezee-6]

@@cocono5Exactly, no ones got time for that 😆

[@jenjoy3215]

Growing up and learning to cook Italian food in an Italian neighborhood included how to enhance the flavor of store bought ricotta cheese. We always added Parm or Romano or both , herbs and an egg. Your addition is a great idea to enhance flavor. I’m a lover of that variety of Boursin cheese. Homemade pasta is best and you don’t have to cut it into strips. Just cut it to fit the pan. Meatballs sausage salad & garlic bread make the best meal.

[@janelynn2560]

I appreciate your input. I like hearing tips from other cooks.

[@deuceyd8468]

Yea I'm wondering why do people cut into strips and not to fit the pan when making noodles from scratch.

[@janelynn2560]

@@deuceyd8468 makes a lot of sense.

[@I_am_Mac]

Man there was not a bite left when I made this for the kids. Taste is amazing

[@trinastewart1565]

My daughter made this for me on Mother’s Day! It was delicious! ❤❤

[@janelynn2560]

What size pan did she use? I have two different size lasagna pans. Looking forward to trying this recipe. Thanks!

[@liliwms508]

@@janelynn2560a 9x13 pan is fine, just make sure that it’s 2- preferably 3 inches deep

[@mrswhite645]

This lasagna was an absolute hit. I was asked to make lasagna again based on my previous recipe and I made this instead. Everyone said this is the best I have ever made so I will continue with this.

[@LaciJean]

This lasagna is sooo good! My boyfriend said it's better than any restaurant's. Thank you for the recipe! We've been eating it for 2 days and I'll gladly eat the leftovers for 2 more days 😂😂

[@mrcaialexander2352]

Dude one of the best who agrees ?

[@nataliemscrzysxycoolharris]

💥💥💥💥💥💯 A Lasagna is such a flexible dish. Have fun with your meats, cheeses & veggies…seasonings as well. I love making a ‘Pizza Lasagna’…anything you put on a pizza layer it between your noodles.

[@justice316]

Looks Delicious! Gonna definitely make this recipe for my family this weekend. Will give an update on how it turned out. Update: made this lasagna. My family loved it. It was a hit. 👍

[@girlgonewisej]

Made this the day you posted it was fantastic. I had leftover meat sauce and ricotta mixture so I boiled a few noodles and mixed it in froze it and reheated it as lasagna soup my family lovedddddd it even better

[@DrZCBailey1]

Your recipes hands down are THEEEE BEST!!!! Keep on doing it!!! I LOVETHIS CHANNEL 😋

[@graciehernandez1364]

I love when he drops the fork ❤

[@marshafoster6204]

I am not a lasagna lover because I don't like ricotta, but this recipe brought me back!. Who knew seasoning the ricotta could make such a difference! Because it's just 2 of us, I was able to share half with my daughter and her family. It is definitely a recipe keeper.

[@VoluptasASMR]

OMG this looks amazing! We recently made your Meatloaf recipe using the Boursin, and it was incredible, it is our go to meatloaf now. We are making this lasagna recipe tonight, and with the Boursin as a component in this delicious looking lasagna, I am certain it will taste wonderful as well. Every time we make something new, I tell my family that it is one of your recipes, and the reply is always "well of course it is." Your recipes are wonderful, thank you!

[@austinbullock5841]

Little tip if you did have to use ricotta, just season it with salt, pepper garlic powder and a little lemon and some hot sauce or chilli flakes and it'll taste much better. Even with a little parmesan also.

[@Ericaprmx01]

You sure do love that Boursin cheese! You know what? After making your stuffed pasta shells, I now love it too 🤭 I’m definitely making this lasagna.

[@Crystal13164]

It's pricey tho.

[@Ericaprmx01]

@@Crystal13164 Amen!

[@lexijones8019]

I need to try it more. The first time I used it I didn’t love it

[@pancharee4073]

Perfect timing ! I’m thinking about Lasagna for dinner tonight. Can’t wait ! Love from Las Vegas 😊

[@tanicatonnie7944]

When I learned Italians use béchamel…. I NEVER used ricotta again 😂😂😂😂 just make béchamel… it’s easy and it’s the bomb

[@xicanavida1559]

You know that’s true I’ve had it in restaurants and it was bechamel no ricotta I will remember that

[@cassandrajones556]

Your food is always INCREDIBLE!!! Your preparation and presentation is wonderful!!! This looks so good, and I am not a fan of Lasagna, but I would love a bit right now!! Thanks for sharing your talent!!❤

[@SourMilk10]

Damn!! I mean GOD DAMN!!! That has to be the best looking lasagna I’ve ever seen in my life!! I wasn’t there but I sure as hell tasted it through the video. 🤣 You did an amazing job! I don’t think I’ve ever seen you make something that ain’t amazing. You’re such an incredible Chef.

[@Chinwe]

My husband’s favorite dish. I said I wanted to make it for him next week and look how you pop up. Wow.

[@Byrd21590]

I usually dump the grease from the hamburger when I make spaghetti or lasagna. Other then that it looks good!

[@princetonbatts9889]

Just finished bro!! Incredible. I made a few changes nothing major. Used some baby spinach,turkey sage sausage with the ground sirloin and a few slices of provolone ❤

[@ANev1997]

Also I’m sure genuine Italian ricotta is better than what we have in the US. I love this idea I’m going to try it! Thanks 😊

[@lexijones8019]

Love the tips on the egg and the slotted spoon

[@roxannethomas3047]

Made this for my team at work...Made crazy good💥💥this is how you get them to do any thing 😊😊

[@nhungcrosbie8750]

This lasagna is looking so good. I can’t wait to try it out. Thank you for sharing the recipe.

[@Jakilyn]

Damn! Thanks for this Sunday gift! Now I gotta run and grab the ingredients to make this bad boy 🎉😊

[@sassymamas]

I followed this recipe almost to the T. It was the best lasagna I've ever had. I'm never buying Stouffers or lasagna out anymore! I used the no boil pasta from Whole Foods. It was bussin 😋

[@virgoscorner]

Lasagna is my favorite meal. My mom makes this for my birthday every year. Your's looks delicious & like how my mom makes it as well.

[@20807shane]

Looks good! Haven’t had a homemade lasagna in yrs. I’ll have to try this soon.

[@nspencer77]

Turned out good. I used no bake noodles in one and made myself a separate one with heart of palm "lasagna noodles" for a low carb version. Both were very good.

[@huskymom9889]

Oh my goodness, my mouth is watering!! I’m making this tomorrow!

[@phillyguy8541]

I'm Italian but I totally agree with you about ricotta. It is so bland plus I don't like its texture which why I am not a fan of traditional pastas made with it. The worst thing for me is when people make baked ziti and such and just spoon or mix ricotta into the pasta. I always add parm and even mozzarella or provolone just to give it some body and taste, but I like what you have done here and am going to try it.

[@byronjones7263]

Forgot the Garlic bread??? And a bottle of Chianti as the piece de resistance. OUTSTANDING added touches. Yum x10

[@xicanavida1559]

Yes !!! I love the mixture because yes ricotta needs lots of help love your combination!!!!

[@swedish-viking-gaming]

I made this recipe for the first time and it was amazing! I will definitely use your recipe when I make lasagna going forward!

[@aretheajohnson7104]

You’re the BEST 😀 a keeper and my go to recipe so delicious 😋 thanks for sharing and be blessed!!!

[@candacerobertson4154]

Can’t wait to try this TANTALIZING lasagne!!! Yum!!! Thank you!!!

[@berelinde]

Your recipe isn't too different from mine, but my ricotta mix is just ricotta, real parmesan cheese, herbs, S&P, and maybe an egg if it looks too loose. Garlic is a migraine trigger for me, so I use very little of it in the sauce and none in the cheese mixture, but that's a personal modification, not a recommendation. Garlic is delicious and I would add more if I could do so safely.

[@Be4Real221]

Wow I made this Lasagna for dinner last night and it was tasty and very delicious. Hubby loved it! I thought I would have left overs for the following day and that was a negative lol Thank you So much for sharing the recipe. Keep up the great work!

[@ChynaBaker-t6z]

At this point Boursin should sponsor you! I always overlooked them but after your videos I grab it on every grocery store run. "Mr. Make It Happen" says we need it! lol

[@harrisbuck3443]

Made this yesterday. Not sure if I've ever had better lasagna. Thanks for sharing.

[@carolyngarcia932]

This looks so good I totally agree with you about the ricotta cheese it is bland I also like to add the bourisn cheese I can't wait to try your recipe.

[@Jani28]

Lookin good Matt. Never used boursin, just season it up well. This looks delicious, haven't had any in a long time.

[@donnabraden3126]

Mr. Make It Happen, I have a request. I used to make a French toast recipe for guests at a bed-and-breakfast where I was an innkeeper. Will you make a version of French toast that is made with Sherrie? Then make a syrup with toasted pecans, brown sugar, butter, maple syrup, and cream? The French toast is only exquisite with a fabulous syrup on it.

[@ericanelson1461]

I’ll have to make myself some more lasagna. Looking at this gave me more ideas. Great job Mr. Make It Happen.

[@Mindaaayroxs]

The meat alone looks so flavorful and juicy!!! I'd throw it over some white rice and tostones :) Going to make this, this weekend. I've been dying to make a lasagna. Thanks for the inspiration :D

[@liselottnelson5479]

Love love love the beef bouillon you are using. This is the only bouillon I will ever use

[@SteveVex]

This was absolutely delicious. Yet another reason for me to get your cookbook. I will add that I chose to use uncooked regular (not oven-ready) lasagna noodles and they were soft and perfectly cooked by the time it was done. I did 45 mins @ 350 covered with foil and then broiled it @ 500 with the foil off until the cheese was golden brown

[@chelongogan3904]

Add Boursin garlic and herb cheese to the cheese concoction...very very good....yummy

[@jacquiedwards2000]

POP YIUR COLLAR!!! That looks absolutely amazing. Love your channel.

[@SavoryExperimentsCooking]

This looks like the best lasagna ever. Love that addition of boursin!

[@DrStout_onYT]

Love this! Okay, this is the sign that I have to answer the native calls of my household that have been begging me to make my lasagna. Admittedly, it’s been a minute. In the next week or so, I will make it happen. 😊

[@eveb1697]

This was absolutely delicious. My family loved it.

[@tomdelaney19464]

Love the bousin Idea , thank you.....the best lasagna i made is when I added.sliced pepperoni to it

[@christeenprice5637]

Yummy recipe, thanks, I made your spinach dip yesterday so delicious,thanks 👍👍👍

[@lisagrolon3027]

Oh my yummy! Your sauce looks amazing! Love your little changes , this is why cooking is so fun , you learn from others that see not the traditional and willing to take a chance on changing it up ! Going to try it your way , I will let you know !

[@angelsherry7016]

i made this recipe last night and it was AMAZING thx for sharing

[@juanitar3741]

I'm making lasagna today, but in my Instant Pot 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@newnotefinder8972]

Big hit! Everyone loved it! Second time making it.

[@camarnerette287]

Just love the way to throw down the spoon after taste test. Oh delicious

[@cookingwithdenise999]

I really like your addition of the boursin cheese. Your lasagna looks extra special yummy.

[@robinshellie6989]

Omg, Awesome and Delicious looking!! I absolutely love your channel! You’re the best 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 😋😋😋😋😋❤️

[@timbo7188]

I have to say bravo . I been makin lasagna for decades . I grew up With heavy weight italian folks . I do not mean fat . I ate their food . I made them give up Recipe idea . They loved my german born ass . So they did so . So this recipe i see as Solid .❤ I will do this this week . Hey bro i like the fork drop . It says duhhh ! This s#/÷ is killer .

[@Peridot500]

Making this next Sunday for family dinner.

[@WildSmile44]

Jesus this looks awesome!! Now I have to get someone to shop for all these ingredients then whip this up for me!! 🤣 Sure wish you could freeze this up and sell it!! I’d pay top dollar!! 👌🏾

[@beyondbeautiful8854]

Always look forward to that fork drop at the end love it ❤

[@kimberlyzetzsche1210]

I agree about ricotta. I make my own and also use boursin cheese, yummy

[@RobinsDocumentedLife]

Making this tonight! Saw this last week, got what I needed...excited!

[@TameraHuddleston-xw3ux]

MR. MAKE IT HAPPEN! I can’t wait to try this one out 😋 Thank you for sharing and making it look so easy.

[@devonsanchez8292]

Yummm! But when do you add the worcestershire sauce? Also, didn't see tomato paste listed on your list....🤔

[@megvales9272]

Looks delic. May try this for holidays. When did he add the worshestershir sauce?

[@burghbrat3319]

This looks so good! Am I weird if I say that I worked all day (and yesterday) on a flooring project and that assembling this lasagna reminded me too much of that?

[@kennyhumble3699]

This looks so good, I know it's good, your one of my top chefs

[@lchau2023]

Dude! You did a phenomenal job! 👏🏻 looks absolutely delicious!! 💯 😊👍🏻🥳

[@Sophia8983]

That looks delicious. I am going to try that. Thank you.

[@melissagahn]

I love a good lasagna. This looks incredible. Thank you.

[@sherylgauthier6122]

Omg mouth is watering. That looks amazing and delicious. Can't wait to try. I love that boursin cheese. Holy cow so excited to make. ❤❤❤😂

[@miyazakiendo3743]

No hate to all people that like just some ricotta cheese, I made lasagna with just ricotta and other cheese, and didn’t really like it. I will try this recipe thank you 😊

[@Vhhf-l6x]

Yesssss i agree on the ricotta !!!!! 😂😂😂😂😂 Love your commentary!!!!! Thank You for this, making it today!!!!

[@letscookwithleigh]

Looks great

[@DK-sc4hb]

New to your channel and loving it. This will be great after a week of Thanksgiving food. Can’t wait to try it! 😊

[@ericanelson1461]

Mr. Make It Happen, I’ve made a mean lasagna and spaghetti myself. But, your Lasagna looks great.

[@yangelthomas]

I never made this before but you make it look easy.....so I'll try this on❤❤❤

[@edenise1004]

That looks beyond delicious!

[@blondiez1981]

So beautiful I could cry

[@queensolsticespeaks9684]

I haven’t made lasagna in a long time, I’m going to follow your recipe! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@mr.flaxonwaxon9283]

recipe looks good, pro tip though use a potato masher when breaking apart the meat it's easier and creates finer pieces 👌🏾

[@capri102]

I just made two pans of this lasagna for Easter today 2024.

[@melissamcfadden9578]

I use Primo Italian sausages, but that’s so hard to come by and get at Walmart and now I gotta go to Sam’s to get it

[@lonewolf2513]

This man don't miss

[@RW-ti4nm]

My mouth was watering so badly! LOKS DELICIOUS!!!

[@uriahdayzie6017]

My mom does the same thing but she adds parsley, matzerella, an egg, ricotta, and pesto as well.

[@womanonthewater926]

I made this,it was Spot On!

[@effy9345]

I think I'll do half of ricotta and half of cottage cheese. Also add some shredded parma and romano cheese, along with boursin and sour cream

[@kathyfreeman9596]

Looks amazing!!gonna try tomorrow thank your your recipes are amazing!❤

[@terrya.]

Did you partially cook the lasagna noodles before layering?

[@dimitrisanderson5096]

I made the lasagna Friday and it is so delicious!