Need help with Lasagna... the cheese part. :)

spicy618

Hi Ladies and Gents.

I always find that when I make lasagna the cheese part never tastes like in the restaurant. I've tried using the recipe on the Pasta Box as well as others. What am I doing wrong?

I want to taste the Ricotta cheese part like I do in the restaurant

I use Ricotta cheese and add:

parmesean cheese, salt, garlic powder, I think an egg too.

Is there some type of Italian Secret I don't know of... :laugh:

Thanks for your attention and suggestions in advance. :flowerforyou:

Supermel

I like mixing low fat part skim ricotta with fat free cottage cheese. Then (when not watching calories) stir in an egg and 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese into this mixture. I use this under the top row of lasagna noodles.

EmilyStrick

there's a great italian chef named lidia bastianich...google her and you should find some recipes!

epj78

I like mixing low fat part skim ricotta with fat free cottage cheese. Then (when not watching calories) stir in an egg and 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese into this mixture. I use this under the top row of lasagna noodles.

Same here. However, when watching calories, I use tofu instead of cheese and throw in fresh herbs, and it is surprisingly delicious. Not incredibly low cal, but better than with cheese.

lt_mrcook

Momma adds cream cheese, which I feel smoothes the texture nicely, and adds much to the over all flavor. Not only is food our fuel, but it's a heck of a lot of fun. Search, ask, begg the resturants (sometimes a comliment about "the best you've ever eaten" and a $10 tip specifically for the chef will get you some inside info) and then play with your food...:)

spicy618

Thanks Guys!

Good suggestions!

Especially the cream cheese... mmmmm

Tonight I will experiment

spicy618

there's a great italian chef named lidia bastianich...google her and you should find some recipes!

Thanks

I just goggled her... I watch her show on CREATE all the time

jlbay

I add shredded buffalo mozzarella, parmesan, an egg, salt, pepper and dried oregano, basil, and parsley to the ricotta. Man, it has been a long time since I've made lasagna.... mmmm. I also use this mixture to make stuffed shells....

spicy618

I add shredded buffalo mozzarella, parmesan, an egg, salt, pepper and dried oregano, basil, and parsley to the ricotta. Man, it has been a long time since I've made lasagna.... mmmm. I also use this mixture to make stuffed shells....

Thanks Jibay! I didn't have buffalo mozzarella, just part skim. but i added those spices you mentioned

spicy618

Just wanted to come back and say

Thanks again!

The Cream Cheese really does make a big difference. I added a little too much, but ohh how Yummy !:bigsmile:

Mishy

My great-grandma would add a pinch of nutmeg and a few pinches of cinnamon

xonophone

I add shredded buffalo mozzarella, parmesan, an egg, salt, pepper and dried oregano, basil, and parsley to the ricotta. Man, it has been a long time since I've made lasagna.... mmmm. I also use this mixture to make stuffed shells....

Same here! Plus I add a secret ingredient that the boxes never tell you about: nutmeg! Just a dash adds that little bit of sweetness you are looking for. Trust me - I'm Italian! :bigsmile:

spicy618

I add shredded buffalo mozzarella, parmesan, an egg, salt, pepper and dried oregano, basil, and parsley to the ricotta. Man, it has been a long time since I've made lasagna.... mmmm. I also use this mixture to make stuffed shells....

Same here! Plus I add a secret ingredient that the boxes never tell you about: nutmeg! Just a dash adds that little bit of sweetness you are looking for. Trust me - I'm Italian! :bigsmile:

Got It!!! :bigsmile: Thanks!

I will definately remember to do this next time. :flowerforyou: