Sinfully Rich Lasagna
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this *Sinfully Rich Lasagna*, a decadent dish that layers perfectly cooked lasagna noodles with a hearty meat sauce, creamy ricotta mixture, and generous amounts of gooey mozzarella cheese. Made with a blend of seasoned ground beef and Italian sausage, this lasagna boasts bold, savory flavors balanced by the subtle sweetness of crushed tomatoes and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil. Topped with a golden bubbly crust, this oven-baked classic is perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying as leftovers that taste even better the next day. Whether you're hosting a family dinner or craving a soul-warming meal, this easy-to-follow recipe will leave everyone asking for seconds. Keywords: rich lasagna recipe, layered pasta bake, Italian comfort food, hearty meat lasagna.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Lasagna noodles
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 pound Ground Italian sausage
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 16 ounces Ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 3 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the lasagna noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, separating the noodles to prevent sticking.
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef, ground Italian sausage, and a pinch of salt. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon.
Add the onion and garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 4 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to develop the flavor. Then, add the crushed tomatoes, water, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the sauce for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, and fresh parsley. Set aside.
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a small amount of olive oil or cooking spray.
Spread 1 cup of the meat sauce evenly in the bottom of the prepared dish.
Layer 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, slightly overlapping them.
Spread one-third of the ricotta mixture over the noodles. Sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Repeat layers two more times: sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese.
For the final layer, spread the last of the sauce and top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil, ensuring it doesn’t touch the cheese to avoid sticking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
Allow the lasagna to cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Sinfully Rich Lasagna!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4963 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 377.0 g | 483% | |
| Saturated Fat | 168.2 g | 841% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1485 mg | 495% | |
| Sodium | 10188 mg | 443% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.4 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.2 g | ||
| Protein | 317.6 g | 635% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 5603 mg | 431% | |
| Iron | 24.9 mg | 138% | |
| Potassium | 5448 mg | 116% | |
*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.
