Who doesn’t love a cheesy, meaty, lasagna that’s practically begging to be devoured? Let’s elevate your weeknight dinner game to gourmet status! Here’s a lasagna recipe that’ll have your taste buds singing and your friends begging for seconds—maybe even thirds! Grab your apron, and let’s get cheesy!
Feast Your Eyes!
Check out this tantalizing image of what we’re about to create. If the picture alone doesn’t have you drooling, wait until you take that first bite!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to unleash your inner Italian chef:
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Now that you’ve got your ingredients ready, let’s dive into the deliciousness:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). While the oven is warming up, cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the diced onion until translucent. Toss in the garlic and sauté for another minute until you can smell that heavenly aroma.
- Add the ground beef and Italian sausage to the skillet. Cook until fully browned, breaking it up with your spatula like a pro.
- Once browned, add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, while you contemplate the meaning of life… or just enjoy the delicious smell.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, egg, and a pinch of salt. You’re one step closer to cheesy paradise!
- Now it’s time to layer! Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch dish. Place 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by a layer of the ricotta mixture, a sprinkle of mozzarella, and a generous covering of meat sauce. Repeat these layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of meat sauce and a topping of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil (to avoid a cheesy disaster), and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before diving in. Serve with a side salad, and watch the compliments roll in!
Dig in and enjoy your masterpiece. Remember, calories don’t count when you’re eating something this delicious! Bon Appétit!
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