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Classic Lasagna Homemade

The Crispy Chef
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 12
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Sharp Knife
  • Aluminum foil

Ingredients
  

Pasta:

  • 9 lasagna noodles unbroken
  • Fresh or oven-ready pasta sheets

Meat Sauce:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb Italian sausage optional
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 28 oz tomato puree
  • 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 6 oz tomato paste
  • 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 bay leaves

Cheese Filling:

  • 32 oz ricotta cheese
  • 16 oz mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 4 oz parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Prepare the Meat Sauce:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Brown the ground beef and Italian sausage until no pink remains.
  • Drain excess fat.
  • Add diced onions and garlic, cook until softened.
  • Stir in tomato puree, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and diced tomatoes.
  • Season with sugar, basil, oregano, salt, and bay leaves.
  • Simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Prepare the Cheese Filling:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, egg, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
  • Mix until smooth and well combined.

Cook the Noodles:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Cook lasagna noodles until al dente (8-10 minutes).
  • Drain and rinse with cold water.

Assemble the Lasagna:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Place a layer of lasagna noodles on top.
  • Add a layer of cheese mixture and meat sauce.
  • Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with sauce and mozzarella cheese.

Bake the Lasagna:

  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.

Rest & Serve:

  • Let the lasagna rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Use freshly grated cheese for best results.
Let the lasagna rest before cutting to keep layers intact.
Can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 20gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8g
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