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Homemade Lasagna

Homemade Lasagna
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Experience the joy of a homemade lasagna that combines rich flavors, comforting textures, and simple preparation. This classic Italian dish features layers of savory meat sauce made with bulk Italian sausage and ground beef, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella cheese, all nestled between tender no-boil noodles. Perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners with friends, this easy lasagna recipe is customizable to suit any palate—add your favorite vegetables or adjust the cheese to your liking. Plus, it makes great leftovers! Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting in the kitchen, this delightful dish is sure to impress and satisfy.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb. bulk Italian sausage
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • ⅓ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
  • 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
  • 1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 9 oven-ready "no-boil" lasagna noodles

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease a deep 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook and crumble the Italian sausage and ground beef with diced onion until no longer pink; drain excess fat.
  3. Add garlic and tomato paste; stir for about 1 minute. Then add crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, brown sugar, parsley, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, mix together beaten egg, ricotta cheese, and Parmesan cheese until well combined.
  5. To assemble: Spread some meat sauce in the bottom of the baking dish then layer noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella cheese, repeating layers twice more before topping with remaining sauce and cheeses.
  6. Cover with greased foil; bake for 30 minutes covered followed by an additional 15–20 minutes uncovered until bubbly and golden.
  7. Let stand for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

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