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Grandma's Lasagna

Recipe by Micah Stewart on InstagramAdded 1 August 2026.

30 minutes to prep, 1 hour to cook. A hearty, family‑style lasagna that layers rich bolognese, silky béchamel, and generous Parmesan for a melt‑in‑your‑mouth experience. The final bake adds a creamy tomato‑cream sauce that ties everything together, making it a comforting centerpiece for any dinner.

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Grandma's Lasagna by Micah Stewart, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Boil the lasagna sheets in salted water until al dente, then immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop cooking; lay the sheets flat on a clean surface to keep them from sticking.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The sheets are flexible but still hold their shape. Lay them flat after the ice bath so they do not stick together.

  2. Preheat the oven to 375°F (375°F). Lightly grease a large baking dish with olive oil.

  3. Spread a thin layer of bolognese ragout on the bottom of the dish, place a layer of lasagna sheets, drizzle with béchamel sauce, and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese.

  4. Repeat the layering—bolognese, sheets, béchamel, Parmesan—until all components are used, ending with a final layer of lasagna sheets on top.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The top sheet layer covers the assembled layers evenly. Spread the fillings right to the edges on each repeat.

  5. Cover the assembled lasagna tightly with plastic wrap, then seal with aluminum foil.

  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The top is golden and bubbling around the edges. Uncover for the final bake so the surface can brown.

  7. Allow the lasagna to rest for 10 minutes before cutting into squares.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The layers settle enough to cut into neat squares. Use a sharp knife and wipe between cuts.

  8. In a separate pan, place one lasagna square, pour a mixture of tomato sauce, heavy cream, and additional Parmesan over it, and bake at 350°F (350°F) for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens and the cheese melts.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The extra sauce thickens and the Parmesan melts over the square. Spoon the sauce over the serving so it coats the sides.

  9. Transfer the finished lasagna to a serving platter, drizzle with a little olive oil, garnish with chopped chives and extra grated Parmesan.

  10. Serve hot and enjoy the classic, comforting flavors of this New York City favorite.

Tips while you cook

Cool sheets after boiling
Transfer boiled lasagna sheets to an ice bath immediately to stop cooking and lay them flat to prevent sticking.
Seal before the first bake
Cover the assembled lasagna tightly with plastic wrap and then seal with aluminum foil before baking.
Rest before serving
Allow the baked lasagna to rest for 10 minutes before cutting into squares.
Finish with sauce on a square
Place one lasagna square in a pan, add tomato sauce, heavy cream, and Parmesan, then bake at 180 °C for 10 minutes.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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Lasagna, 11 ways

Eleven creators posted their own. Most use onion, garlic and tomato.

  1. Jorge Tesch4 hr14 ingr.Only this one uses ox tail, red wine and bay leaves
  2. Micah Stewart1 hr 30 min8 ingr.Only this one uses bolognese ragout, heavy cream and chives
  3. Francesco Mattana1 hr 20 min13 ingr.Only this one uses pine nuts, pecorino cheese and grana padano
  4. I n é s Hoy Comemos Sano30 min7 ingr.Only this one uses tuna
  5. Jon García Abad45 min15 ingr.Only this one uses chicken breast and lentils
  6. kickassk81 hr 15 min18 ingr.Only this one uses sweet potato, ground turkey and mushroom
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