Classic Lasagna Recipe For The Perfect Family Dinner - Lasagna Love Affair

Gather 'round, food enthusiasts! Today, we're diving into the cheesy, saucy delight that is none other than Classic Lasagna. This recipe is so good, it might just make you forget every other pasta dish you’ve ever tasted! So grab your apron, and let’s get started on making lasagna magic happen.

Behold the Cheesy Wonder!

Feast your eyes on this glorious creation! It’s a thing of beauty, isn't it? This lasagna isn’t just a dish; it’s a work of art that would make even the most seasoned Italian chefs weep with joy!

Now that we’ve admired our masterpiece, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty—ingredients! Here’s what you need to bring this cheesy delight to life:

Ingredients

• 12 lasagna noodles
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound Italian sausage
• 4 cups marinara sauce
• 15 ounces ricotta cheese
• 3 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste

Now that you’ve got all your ingredients, it’s time to layer the goodness! Follow these simple steps for a lasagna that will make your taste buds dance:

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Let’s get that heat going!
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and Italian sausage until thoroughly cooked. Drain the fat.
3. Add the marinara sauce to the meat mixture and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, because you want those flavors to get comfy with each other.
4. In a bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper. We’re about to make a creamy layer of goodness!
5. Now, time to layer! In a large baking dish, spread a layer of the meat sauce, then cover with lasagna noodles. Spread a layer of the ricotta mixture, followed by mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Repeat this process until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of meat sauce and a generous topping of mozzarella.
6. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil (make sure it doesn’t touch the cheese, we don’t want a cheese meltdown!) and bake for 25 minutes.
7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, letting the cheese get all bubbly and golden. Just try not to drool as you await this cheesy masterpiece!
8. Once it’s out of the oven, let it sit for about 15 minutes. This is the hardest part, but trust us, it’ll be worth it!

And there you have it—your very own classic lasagna! Serve it up, slice it like a pro, and watch everyone turn into cheese-loving fans. Trust us, once they have a bite, they’ll be coming back for more!