The Ultimate Lasagna
Get ready to savor pure comfort with *The Ultimate Lasagna*, a hearty and indulgent classic that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. This recipe layers tender lasagna noodles with a robust, homemade meat sauce featuring ground beef and Italian sausage, perfectly balanced with diced onions, garlic, and a trio of tomato-based ingredients for rich depth of flavor. Creamy ricotta cheese blended with fresh parsley adds a delightful softness, while shredded mozzarella and Parmesan create the ultimate cheesy finish. With a golden, bubbly top baked to perfection, this dish is sure to impress, serving up to eight generous portions in just two hours. Whether you're looking for an easy weeknight meal or a show-stopping centerpiece, *The Ultimate Lasagna* delivers comfort food at its finest. Keywords: lasagna recipe, ultimate lasagna, classic Italian dish, homemade meat sauce, cheesy baked pasta.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 sheets lasagna noodles
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 6 oz tomato paste
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse under cold water, and lay flat on a sheet of parchment paper to prevent sticking.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef, ground Italian sausage, and diced onion. Cook until the meat is browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water. Then, add granulated sugar, dried basil, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and let it cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the sauce is simmering, prepare the ricotta mixture by combining ricotta cheese, egg, and fresh parsley in a medium bowl. Mix until smooth and set aside.
To assemble the lasagna, spread 1 cup of the meat sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place 3 lasagna noodles on top.
Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, then sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella and a little Parmesan cheese on top. Follow with another layer of meat sauce.
Repeat this layering process two more times (noodles, ricotta, mozzarella, meat sauce). For the final layer, top with remaining meat sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil (spray the underside with cooking spray to prevent sticking) and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Allow the lasagna to rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 404.6 g | 519% | |
| Saturated Fat | 173.2 g | 866% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1452 mg | 484% | |
| Sodium | 10778 mg | 469% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 665.3 g | 242% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.2 g | 172% | |
| Total Sugars | 100.5 g | ||
| Protein | 407.4 g | 815% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 6056 mg | 466% | |
| Iron | 54.7 mg | 304% | |
| Potassium | 8132 mg | 173% | |
*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.
