Classic Lasagna

Classic Lasagna

Make this classic lasagna recipe zestier by using hot Italian sausage or a little milder with regular Italian sausage. Don’t be scared off by the long cooking time. The wait is well worth it. It’s a great dish to make for a crowd and easy to adjust for varying tastes. The leftovers are even better when reheated the next day.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 45 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs
Yield:
10 servings
Servings:
10

Ingredients

  • 9 lasagna noodles
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound bulk Italian sausage
  • 1 (16 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon dried basil
  • 4 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the lasagna noodles and olive oil; cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.

Step 3
Cook the ground beef and sausage in a large pot over medium heat; drain. Stir in the mushrooms, garlic salt, oregano, thyme, basil, and tomato sauce. Season with salt and pepper; simmer 30 minutes.

Step 4
Meanwhile, mix together the ricotta cheese, eggs, and Parmesan cheese in a bowl.

Step 5
Ladle enough of the meat sauce into a 9×13 inch baking dish to cover the bottom in a thin layer. Form a layer atop the sauce with 3 of the lasagna noodles. Spread about 1/4 of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles. Sprinkle about 1/3 of the mozzarella cheese over the ricotta cheese mixture and then ladle about 1/3 of the meat sauce over the mozzarella cheese. Repeat layering twice more, topping with the remaining 1/4 pound of mozzarella cheese.

Step 6
Bake in preheated oven 90 minutes. Allow to sit 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

647
Calories
41g
Fat
31g
Carbs
39g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 647
% Daily Value *
Total Fat41g 53%
Saturated Fat18g 90%
Cholesterol174mg 58%
Sodium2027mg 88%
Total Carbohydrate31g 11%
Dietary Fiber4g 15%
Total Sugars9g
Protein39g
Vitamin C13mg 64%
Calcium556mg 43%
Iron5mg 27%
Potassium992mg 21%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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