Best Italian Lasagna Ever! Recipe

Name: Best Italian Lasagna Ever!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lasagna noodles; 1 lb sweet Italian sausage link; 1 lb ground beef; 2 tablespoons garlic (pressed or minced); 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 tablespoon salt; 1 1/2 tablespoons sweet basil; pepper (to taste); 2 tablespoons parsley; 20 ounces diced tomatoes; 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste; 2 (16 ounce) containers ricotta cheese (may use one container); 3/4 lb mozzarella cheese; 3/4 cup parmesan cheese; 1 egg

Servings: persons

12 lasagna noodles
1 lb sweet Italian sausage link
1 lb ground beef
2 tablespoons garlic (pressed or minced)
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 tablespoon salt
1 1/2 tablespoons sweet basil
pepper (to taste)
2 tablespoons parsley
20 ounces diced tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 (16 ounce) containers ricotta cheese (may use one container)
3/4 lb mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 egg

1
Preheat oven to 375u00b0F.
2
Boil noodles and drain (you may also use uncooked noodles).
3
Saute garlic, sugar and salt.
4
Add sausage and ground beef and brown, breaking into small crumbles.
5
Add basil, pepper, tomatoes and paste; simmer 20-30 minutes until sauce thickens.
6
Mix together in bowl, ricotta, egg and parsley (add milk if it's too thick).
7
Layer sauce to cover bottom of pan, noodles 1/2 of ricotta mixture, 1/4 c of parmesan, noodles, ricotta, mozzarella, sauce and parmesan.
8
Bake covered for 25 minutes.
9
Uncover and bake another 25 minutes.
10
Let cool about 10-15 minutes then cut and serve.
11
Leftovers may be frozen and then heated in the oven until hot and melty.
12
Goes great with crusty garlic toast and a salad.

1921

kcal

Calories

Fat

246

Carbs

101

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lasagna noodles, 1 lb sweet Italian sausage link, 1 lb ground beef, 2 tablespoons garlic (pressed or minced), and more.

Yes, Best Italian Lasagna Ever! falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Best Italian Lasagna Ever!

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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