D Mama D’s Lasagna Recipe
Meat lasagna with layers of ricotta, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheese, topped with tomato sauce.
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Ingredients
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Meat Sauce
Cheese Filling
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 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- 2
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cheese Filling Preparation
- 4
Combine Cheese Mixture
In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Lasagna Assembly and Baking
- 5
Prepare Noodles
Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and lay flat on a clean surface.
- 6
Layer Ingredients
In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread 1 cup of meat sauce on the bottom. Layer 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, then spread half of the cheese filling over the noodles. Add 1 cup of meat sauce and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella. Repeat the layers, ending with noodles topped with remaining meat sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- 7
Bake the Lasagna
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve hot.
