Ultimate Comfort Lasagna Recipe
This lasagna is a hearty and comforting dish made with layers of pasta, rich meat sauce, and creamy cheese. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner.
Servings 8
Calories 400kcal
Ingredients
- 12 pieces lasagna noodles
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 30 oz crushed tomatoes
- 12 oz tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- to taste salt and pepper
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- to taste fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, combine ground beef and Italian sausage, cooking until browned and draining excess fat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper, and let simmer for 20 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
- In a baking dish, layer meat sauce, 4 noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, one-third of the mozzarella, and a sprinkle of Parmesan.
- Repeat the layering process with remaining ingredients.
- For the final layer, place the last noodles, cover with meat sauce, and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly.
Notes
Let the lasagna rest before slicing for cleaner pieces.