Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound lasagna noodles
- 32 ounces ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef and pork in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease. Add onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and lay flat.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, beaten eggs, and half a cup of Parmesan cheese.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a layer of meat sauce in a baking dish, followed by layers of noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and meat sauce. Repeat layers and finish with meat sauce and cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly. Let rest before serving.
Notes
- Use quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Cook noodles al dente to avoid mushiness.
- Let the lasagna rest after baking for easier slicing.
- Customize with vegetables if desired.
- Can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Omnivore
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 600 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg