Jul 09 2026
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Homemade Meat Lasagna Recipe

Inspired by CC Tomatoes
Time1h 30m
Serves8

A traditional favorite!

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Ingredients

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Meat Sauce

Lasagna Assembly

Method

Meat Sauce Preparation

  1. 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. 2

    Add Onions and Garlic

    Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

  3. 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

  1. 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

  1. 5

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 6

    Cook Lasagna Noodles

    Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 9

    Let it Rest

    Once baked, remove the lasagna from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

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