Ultimate Lasagna
Master the perfect lasagna recipe with step-by-step instructions, expert tips, and delicious variations for the best homemade lasagna ever!
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Saucepan
Ingrédients
Meat Sauce
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb Italian sausage mild or spicy
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
- 1 can tomato paste (6 oz)
- 1 cup onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp salt
Cheese Mixture
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 large egg beaten
Lasagna Layers
- 12 lasagna noodles cooked al dente
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a saucepan, sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until soft. Add ground beef and sausage, cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, and let the sauce simmer for at least 30 minutes to develop flavor.
- Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and beaten egg.
- To assemble, spread a thin layer of meat sauce in a baking dish. Layer noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and meat sauce. Repeat layers, finishing with cheese on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until cheese is golden brown.
- Let lasagna rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For an extra rich sauce, add a splash of red wine while simmering. You can also substitute ground beef with turkey for a leaner version.