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Ingredients
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Meat Sauce
Cheese Mixture
Lasagna Assembly
Method
Meat Sauce Preparation
- 1
Cook the Meat
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and ground pork. Cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- 2
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cheese Mixture Preparation
- 4
Mix Cheese Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Lasagna Assembly and Baking
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 6
Cook Lasagna Noodles
Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 7
Layer the Ingredients
In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Place 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, then spread half of the cheese mixture over the noodles. Add another layer of meat sauce, followed by another 4 noodles, the remaining cheese mixture, and another layer of meat sauce. Finish with the last 4 noodles and top with the remaining meat sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 8
Bake the Lasagna
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 9
Let it Rest
Once baked, remove the lasagna from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
