Homestead Lasagna Recipe – From Our Farm to Your Table

There’s something magical about making a meal completely from scratch. Not just scratch, but your scratch—your eggs, your milk, your cheese, your beef, your herbs. A homestead lasagna recipe like this doesn’t just fill your belly—it tells a story. Every layer is a little piece of your hard work and love from the homestead.

When I pull a bubbling lasagna from the oven, I’m not just smelling dinner—I’m smelling fresh basil from my garden, beef from the cow we raised last year, and the creamy tang of chevre cheese made from our own goats’ milk. It’s better for you, better for your family, and I swear it tastes better because you know where every ingredient came from. Today, I’m sharing my homestead lasagna recipe—complete with homemade egg noodles, a fresh tomato-basil sauce, goat cheese, and rich beef from our own land.

Homemade Egg Noodles

Ingredients:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour (or fresh milled if you have it)
• 4 large eggs (fresh from the coop)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1–2 tablespoons water (as needed)

Instructions:

1. On a clean counter or in a large bowl, make a mound of flour and create a well in the center.
2. Crack the eggs into the well and sprinkle in salt.
3. Using a fork, gently beat the eggs, slowly incorporating the flour from the sides.
4. Knead the dough by hand for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add water if it’s too dry.
5. Wrap in a towel and let rest for 30 minutes.
6. Roll out into thin sheets and cut to fit your lasagna pan. Dust with flour to prevent sticking. (I used my kitchen aide attachment.)

Fresh Tomato & Basil Sauce

Ingredients:

• 10–12 ripe tomatoes (about 4 lbs), peeled and chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to cut acidity)

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until soft, about 5 minutes.
2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring so it doesn’t burn.
3. Add tomatoes, salt, pepper, and sugar if using.
4. Simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
5. Stir in fresh basil at the end for maximum flavor.
6. Blend until smooth.

Pro Tip: If your short on time, throw everything in a crock pot and cook on low overnight 😉

Chevre Goat Cheese

This is the recipe I used for my goat cheese, and it turned out beautifully. It’s not too tricky, but if you’re new to cheesemaking, I recommend starting with a simple farmer’s cheese first. Once you get the hang of it, making your own goat cheese will feel like second nature

https://cheesemaking.com/products/chevre-goat-cheese-recipe

Lasagna Assembly

Ingredients:

• Fresh egg noodles
• Tomato & basil sauce
• 3 cups goat cheese (I added an egg and spread like I would ricotta)
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 lb cooked ground beef (from our home-raised cow)
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese of your choice for topping

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet, brown the beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
3. In a 9×13 baking dish, spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom.
4. Lay down your first layer of noodles.
5. Spread goat cheese evenly, sprinkle beef and add sauce.
6. Repeat layers until you reach the top of the pan, ending with sauce and shredded cheese of choice.
7. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
8. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes, until cheese is golden and bubbly.
9. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing so it holds its shape.

Why This Homestead Lasagna Recipe Just Tastes Better

This homestead lasagna recipe isn’t just about the food—it’s about the connection to the ingredients. From collecting the eggs to milking the goats, from picking basil, every step adds a layer of meaning to the dish. You know exactly where it came from, and you can taste the difference in every bite.

And while it might take more time than pulling a frozen box from the store, that’s the beauty of homesteading—you’re not just feeding your family, you’re nourishing them with real food and memories they’ll carry forever.

So pour yourself a glass of sweet tea (or make a mixed drink), sit down with your loved ones, and enjoy a slice of your hard work.