World’s Best Lasagna
This lasagna brings together a savory meat sauce, creamy cheeses, and layers of pasta to create the ultimate Italian comfort food.
Ingredients
- 1 Lb ground beef
- 1 Lb Italian sausage
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 15 oz crushed tomatoes
- 6 oz tomato paste
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- ½ cup water
- 2 tbsp white sugar
- 1 tsp basil
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 9 lasagna noodles
- 3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef, sausage, and onion until browned; drain excess fat. Add garlic, cook for 1 minute.
- Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water. Stir in sugar, basil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, and parsley. Mix until smooth.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread 1½ cups meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Place three noodles over the sauce, followed by a layer of ricotta mixture, 1 cup of mozzarella, and ¼ cup Parmesan. Repeat layers, ending with meat sauce and mozzarella.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Add fresh basil or a pinch of red pepper flakes to enhance the sauce’s flavor.