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lasagna recipe - A close-up view of a perfectly layered slice of lasagna with melted cheese and red meat sauce.

The Ultimate Classic Lasagna Recipe


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  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

A rich, multi-layered Italian classic featuring a savory meat sauce, three types of cheese, and perfectly tender pasta.


Ingredients

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12 lasagna noodles
1 lb ground beef
1 lb Italian sausage
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
28 oz crushed tomatoes
6 oz tomato paste
1/2 cup red wine (optional)
15 oz ricotta cheese
1 large egg
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

Step 1: In a large pot, brown the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
Step 2: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the meat. Sauté for 5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
Step 3: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer on low for 45 minutes to develop the flavor.
Step 4: While the sauce simmers, boil a large pot of salted water and cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Step 5: In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, parsley, and 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese. Mix well.
Step 6: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 7: Spread 1 cup of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer with 3-4 noodles.
Step 8: Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, then top with a layer of meat sauce and a sprinkle of Parmesan.
Step 9: Repeat the layers (noodles, ricotta mixture, meat sauce, Parmesan) and finish with a final layer of noodles.
Step 10: Top with the remaining meat sauce and the rest of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Step 11: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Step 12: Let the lasagna rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing to allow the layers to set.

Notes

For best results, let the meat sauce simmer slowly. You can substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Category: Pasta & Noodles
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 890mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg
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