Heavenly Italian Lasagna – A Heartwarming Homemade Delight
This authentic Italian lasagna is a heartwarming dish made with layers of pasta, rich meat sauce, and creamy cheese. It's perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 12 pieces lasagna noodles
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and lay flat.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add ground beef and Italian sausage, cook until browned, then drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, and half of the Parmesan until smooth.
- Spread a layer of meat sauce in a baking dish, add noodles, then half of the ricotta mixture, meat sauce, and a third of mozzarella.
- Repeat layers, finishing with noodles, meat sauce, mozzarella, and remaining Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serve warm with basil garnish.
Notes
Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing for cleaner pieces.