Absolute Best Ever Lasagna
Indulge in the rich, savory decadence of the *Absolute Best Ever Lasagna*, a true classic that layers bold flavors and hearty textures to perfection. This recipe combines tender ground beef, flavorful Italian sausage, and a luscious homemade tomato sauce infused with garlic, basil, and oregano for a deeply satisfying taste. Creamy ricotta cheese, enriched with fresh parsley and egg, is layered between sheets of no-boil lasagna noodles, along with generous amounts of gooey mozzarella and sharp Parmesan cheese. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this lasagna boasts a perfectly balanced combination of cheesy comfort and robust Italian flavors. Ideal for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or meal prep, this ultimate lasagna recipe is guaranteed to impress. Ready in just two hours and serving up to eight, it’s a crowd-pleaser you’ll turn to again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 1 Yellow onion (finely diced)
- 3 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 15 ounces Tomato sauce
- 2 teaspoons Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 15 ounces Ricotta cheese
- 1 Egg
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 4 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 sheets No-boil lasagna noodles
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add ground beef, Italian sausage, and diced onion. Cook until the meat is browned and the onion is soft, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir to combine. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the sauce is simmering, prepare the ricotta mixture. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, and chopped parsley. Mix until well blended.
To assemble the lasagna, spread 1 cup of the meat sauce evenly on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Layer 4 sheets of no-boil lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture on top of the noodles, then sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/3 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the ricotta.
Repeat the layering process two more times: meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
For the final layer, top with the remaining meat sauce and sprinkle the last cup of mozzarella cheese and 1/3 cup of Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, ensuring the foil does not touch the cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Let the lasagna rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7162 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 359.2 g | 461% | |
| Saturated Fat | 160.8 g | 804% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1318 mg | 439% | |
| Sodium | 7854 mg | 341% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 612.8 g | 223% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.2 g | 144% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.0 g | ||
| Protein | 402.8 g | 806% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 6398 mg | 492% | |
| Iron | 42.9 mg | 238% | |
| Potassium | 5026 mg | 107% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
