My Famous Lasagna
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with "My Famous Lasagna," a hearty, flavor-packed dish layered with tender lasagna noodles, a savory blend of ground beef and Italian sausage, and a rich tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, basil, and oregano. Between each layer lies a creamy ricotta mixture, enhanced with Parmesan cheese, egg, and fresh parsley, while a blanket of golden, bubbly mozzarella tops it all off. Perfectly baked to perfection, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for family dinners, holiday celebrations, or any occasion that calls for a show-stopping main course. Ready in just 90 minutes, this Italian classic serves up irresistible flavors in every bite, making it a must-try for lasagna lovers everywhere!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 sheets lasagna noodles
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 16 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 4 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, egg, parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley until well combined.
In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom.
Layer 3-4 lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread a layer of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by a layer of meat sauce. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Repeat the layering process (noodles, ricotta, meat sauce, mozzarella) until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of meat sauce and mozzarella on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, making sure it doesn't touch the cheese. Bake covered for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Let the lasagna cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7263 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 378.1 g | 485% | |
| Saturated Fat | 170.8 g | 854% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1533 mg | 511% | |
| Sodium | 10666 mg | 464% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 593.0 g | 216% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.1 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.6 g | ||
| Protein | 406.4 g | 813% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 5976 mg | 460% | |
| Iron | 45.3 mg | 252% | |
| Potassium | 5078 mg | 108% | |
*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.
