Ricotta Cheese & Meat Lasagna Recipe
25 servings
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Ingredients
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Lasagna Noodles
Meat Sauce
Ricotta Cheese Mixture
Topping
Method
Prepare the Meat Sauce
- 1
Cook the Meat
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and Italian sausage. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- 2
- 3
Combine Sauce Ingredients
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
Prepare the Ricotta Cheese Mixture
- 4
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley. Mix well until smooth.
Assemble the Lasagna
- 5
Layer Ingredients
In a large baking dish (at least 9x13 inches), spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by a third of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers, ending with a layer of meat sauce and remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
Bake the Lasagna
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 7
Cover and Bake
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- 8
Uncover and Continue Baking
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 9
Cool and Serve
Allow the lasagna to cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
