Christina's Famous Lasagna Recipe

Name: Christina's Famous Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, finely diced; 1 small onion, finely diced; 1 lb lean ground beef; 12 lb ground pork; ¾ teaspoon sage; 1 quart crushed tomatoes; 8 ounces tomato paste; ½ teaspoon oregano; ¼ teaspoon sweet basil, crushed; ¼ teaspoon thyme; 3 cups mozzarella cheese; 8 ounces ricotta cheese; 1 cup dry parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ cup parsley flakes; 2 eggs; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 cup water; 1 (12 ounce) box lasagna noodles, cooked according to package

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, finely diced
1 small onion, finely diced
1 lb lean ground beef
12 lb ground pork
¾ teaspoon sage
1 quart crushed tomatoes
8 ounces tomato paste
½ teaspoon oregano
¼ teaspoon sweet basil, crushed
¼ teaspoon thyme
3 cups mozzarella cheese
8 ounces ricotta cheese
1 cup dry parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup parsley flakes
2 eggs
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup water
1 (12 ounce) box lasagna noodles, cooked according to package

1
In a 10 inch skillet, saute garlic and onion in olive oil.
2
Add ground round, ground pork and sage and brown.
3
Drain and set aside.
4
Cook noodles al-dent'e.
5
Lay cooked noodles on waxed paper until ready to assemble.
6
(I like to use ribbed noodles.
7
).
8
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
9
Blend tomatoes in a blender for 10 to 20 seconds.
10
Add tomato paste and 1-C. water and blend for 30 seconds.
11
Combine basil, oregano, thyme, crushed red pepper and salt to the sauce mixture and pour into a 5 quart Dutch oven.
12
Bring to a low boil on low heat, then simmer for 90 minutes.
13
(I cook my sauce slow for 3-4 hours) Reserve 1 1/2 cups of sauce and set aside.
14
Add meat mixture and simmer for an additional 30 to 45 minutes.
15
Meanwhile combine cheeses, parsley and eggs with 2/3C of milk in a large mixing bowl.
16
Mix well.
17
Coat the bottom of a 9 x 13 baking dish with 1/2C of reserved sauce.
18
Layer lasagna noodles, meat sauce, and cheese mixture, ending with the lasagna noodles.
19
Top with remaining reserved sauce.
20
Bake covered for 35 to 45 minutes.
21
Let stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

4687

kcal

Calories

351

Fat

Carbs

320

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 garlic cloves, finely diced, 1 small onion, finely diced, 1 lb lean ground beef, and more.

Yes, Christina's Famous Lasagna 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!

Christina's Famous Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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