Lasagna Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meat Sauce
Cheese Mixture
Layering
Method
Preparing the Meat Sauce
- 1
Cook the Meat
In a large skillet over medium heat, combine ground beef and Italian sausage. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 8-10 minutes.
- 2
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Making the Cheese Mixture
- 4
Mix the Ingredients
In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.
Assembling the Lasagna
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 6
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. Spread 1/3 of the cheese mixture over the noodles, followed by 1/3 of the shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat this process two more times, finishing with a layer of meat sauce and mozzarella on top.
- 7
Bake
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 8
Let it Rest
Allow the lasagna to rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.