Classic Meat Lasagna Recipe

Name: Classic Meat Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 T EVOO; 1 large onion, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 1/4 lb ground meat (beef, pork, and veal); 1 28-oz can crushed tomatoes; 1 15-oz can crushed tomatoes; 2 T tomato paste; 1 t dried Italian seasoning; 1 t sugar; 1 t salt; 1/4 t pepper; 5 T chopped fresh basil; 12 lasagna noodles (from 16-oz package); 2 eggs; 1/2 C shredded Parmesan cheese; 3 C shredded mozzarella cheese; 2 C shredded Italian cheese blend

Servings: persons

1 T EVOO
1 large onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 1/4 lb ground meat (beef, pork, and veal)
1 28-oz can crushed tomatoes
1 15-oz can crushed tomatoes
2 T tomato paste
1 t dried Italian seasoning
1 t sugar
1 t salt
1/4 t pepper
5 T chopped fresh basil
12 lasagna noodles (from 16-oz package)
2 eggs
1/2 C shredded Parmesan cheese
3 C shredded mozzarella cheese
2 C shredded Italian cheese blend

1
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2
Crumble in ground meat and cook for an additional 8 minutes, breaking up with a wooden spoon. Drain off grease. Add tomatoes, paste, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt and pepper. Simmer with cover slightly ajar for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Uncover and simmer for 15 additional minutes. Stir in 3 T of the basil.
3
Meanwhile, cook lasagna noodles following package directions. Drain and rinse briefly under cold water. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
4
In a medium-size bowl, combine the eggs, Parmesan cheese and 2 T basil. Set aside.
5
Spread 1 C sauce over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Place 3 cooked noodles over the sauce. Evenly spoon the Parmesan mixture over the noodles.Top with 3 more noodles and 3 C of the meat sauce. Layer 3 noodles over the sauce, then sprinkle on shredded mozzarella. Top with the 3 remaining noodles and 2 C of the meat sauce.
6
Sprinkle shredded Italian cheese blend evenly over the last meat sauce layer and loosely cover with foil. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 30 minutes.
7
Cool 10 minutes before serving. Extra sauce can be reheated and serve on side.

2603

kcal

Calories

Fat

300

Carbs

148

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 T EVOO, 1 large onion, chopped, 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 2 1/4 lb ground meat (beef, pork, and veal), and more.

Yes, Classic Meat 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!

Classic Meat Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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