Party Lasagna
Get ready to wow your guests with this ultimate Party Lasagna—a hearty, crowd-pleasing classic that's perfect for any celebration or family gathering! This layered masterpiece combines tender lasagna noodles, a robust meat sauce made with ground beef and Italian sausage, and a rich, creamy ricotta filling infused with Parmesan and fresh parsley. Topped with gooey layers of melted mozzarella, this baked perfection boasts bold Italian flavors in every bite. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients like crushed tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic herbs, this recipe is a guaranteed hit. Serve this comfort food favorite with crisp garlic bread and a fresh green salad for the ultimate dinner spread. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this make-ahead marvel is sure to be the star of your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Lasagna noodles
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 pound Ground Italian sausage
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
- 6 ounces Tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons Dried basil
- 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 16 ounces Ricotta cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and lay them flat on a baking sheet to prevent sticking.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the ground beef and Italian sausage to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan, and chopped parsley. Mix until well blended.
To assemble the lasagna, spread 1 cup of meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, slightly overlapping them. Spread one-third of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by one-third of the shredded mozzarella. Repeat the layering twice more, finishing with a layer of mozzarella cheese on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil (spray the underside of the foil with cooking spray to prevent sticking) and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Party Lasagna with a side salad and garlic bread, if desired!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7774 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 402.4 g | 516% | |
| Saturated Fat | 174.9 g | 875% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1482 mg | 494% | |
| Sodium | 12642 mg | 550% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 650.3 g | 236% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.5 g | 170% | |
| Total Sugars | 83.5 g | ||
| Protein | 435.6 g | 871% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 6226 mg | 479% | |
| Iron | 52.7 mg | 293% | |
| Potassium | 8777 mg | 187% | |
*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.
