Grandmas Simple Lasagna
Transport your taste buds back to Sunday dinners with Grandma's Simple Lasagna, a heartwarming classic that's as comforting as it is delicious. With tender layers of perfectly cooked lasagna noodles, a hearty blend of seasoned ground beef and Italian sausage, and a rich marinara sauce, this dish is packed with bold, savory flavors. Creamy ricotta cheese, enhanced with Parmesan, a hint of Italian seasoning, and a touch of egg for that perfect texture, is layered between, while melted mozzarella brings it all together with its gooey, golden topping. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and baked to bubbly perfection, this family-favorite recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Serve it with garlic bread and a crisp side salad for a truly satisfying meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Lasagna noodles
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 pound Ground Italian sausage
- 48 ounces Marinara sauce
- 15 ounces Ricotta cheese
- 1 piece Large egg
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dry Italian seasoning
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and lay flat on a clean surface to prevent sticking.
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat. Drain any excess grease.
Reduce the heat to low and add the marinara sauce to the skillet with the cooked meat. Stir to combine and let simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, the egg, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
Spread 1 cup of the meat sauce evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Arrange 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, slightly overlapping them.
Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, then sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
Pour 1 cup of meat sauce over the mozzarella layer, spreading it evenly.
Repeat the layering process (noodles, ricotta, mozzarella, meat sauce) two more times.
For the final layer, place the remaining lasagna noodles on top, spread the remaining meat sauce, and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella on top.
Cover the lasagna with aluminum foil, ensuring it does not touch the cheese to prevent sticking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbling.
Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 399.4 g | 512% | |
| Saturated Fat | 178.7 g | 893% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1471 mg | 490% | |
| Sodium | 12660 mg | 550% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 599.6 g | 218% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.4 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.6 g | ||
| Protein | 439.6 g | 879% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 6309 mg | 485% | |
| Iron | 41.0 mg | 228% | |
| Potassium | 4105 mg | 87% | |
*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.
