Mouthwatering Beef Lasagna
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Mouthwatering Beef Lasagna, a classic recipe that's bursting with rich, layered flavors. Perfectly cooked lasagna noodles are stacked high with a savory blend of seasoned ground beef and Italian sausage, a luscious tomato sauce infused with garlic and herbs, and creamy ricotta cheese mixed with fresh parsley. Topped with a generous layer of bubbling mozzarella and Parmesan, this hearty casserole is baked to golden perfection. Whether you're serving a crowd or meal prepping for the week, this homemade lasagna is a guaranteed hit. Ready in just 90 minutes, it’s an irresistible, family-friendly dinner that’ll have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 sheets Lasagna noodles
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Italian sausage
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
- 6 ounces Tomato paste
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 15 ounces Ricotta cheese
- 1 Egg
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook lasagna noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and lay flat on a clean surface to prevent sticking.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add ground beef and Italian sausage to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, water, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer the sauce over low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a medium bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan, and chopped parsley until well combined.
Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread 1 cup of the meat sauce on the bottom of the dish.
Layer 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, slightly overlapping them. Top with 1/3 of the ricotta mixture, followed by 1/3 of the shredded mozzarella, and then 1/3 of the remaining meat sauce. Repeat this layering process two more times.
Finish with a final layer of lasagna noodles, the remaining meat sauce, and a generous sprinkle of shredded mozzarella on top.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil, making sure it doesn't touch the cheese to prevent sticking. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6329 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 294.0 g | 377% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.8 g | 619% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1175 mg | 392% | |
| Sodium | 8121 mg | 353% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 637.8 g | 232% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.5 g | 170% | |
| Total Sugars | 91.0 g | ||
| Protein | 339.2 g | 678% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 4350 mg | 335% | |
| Iron | 51.2 mg | 284% | |
| Potassium | 8316 mg | 177% | |
*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.
