Description
A classic lasagna recipe featuring a rich meat sauce and creamy ricotta filling, perfect for feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (15 oz each) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tsp sugar
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 15–18 lasagna noodles
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for topping
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried parsley)
- 3–4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil for sautéing
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Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2. Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Prepare cheeses and measure out spices and tomato products.
- 3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and Italian sausage, cooking until browned (6–8 minutes), seasoning lightly with salt and pepper.
- 4. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened (4–5 minutes).
- 5. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (30–60 seconds).
- 6. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, basil, and oregano. Stir to combine and simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes.
- 7. In a bowl, combine ricotta, egg, Parmesan, and parsley. Mix until smooth.
- 8. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- 9. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread a layer of meat sauce, then layer noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella. Repeat layers ending with sauce on top.
- 10. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; then remove foil and bake for another 20–25 minutes until golden.
- 11. Let the lasagna rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.