Dad's Famous Lasagna Recipe

Name: Dad's Famous Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb lasagna noodle; 1 lb sausage; 12 lb hamburger; 1 tablespoon basil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 (14 ounce) can tomatoes; 1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste; ¾ cup onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 lb sliced mozzarella cheese; 3 cups cottage cheese; ½ cup parmesan cheese, and enough to top; 2 eggs; ½ teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

12 lb lasagna noodle
1 lb sausage
12 lb hamburger
1 tablespoon basil
1 teaspoon salt
1 (14 ounce) can tomatoes
1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
¾ cup onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb sliced mozzarella cheese
3 cups cottage cheese
½ cup parmesan cheese, and enough to top
2 eggs
½ teaspoon pepper

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
Cook noodles.
3
Saute onions and garlic.
4
Add sausage and hamburger to onions and garlic; cook thoroughly.
5
Add tomatoes, paste, and basil to sausage mixture.
6
Stir to blend; salt to taste.
7
Simmer 5-10 minutes.
8
In a separate bowl, lightly beat eggs.
9
Blend cottage and parmesan into eggs.
10
Add pepper and blend thoroughly.
11
In a 9 x 14 Lasagna pan, lightly oil bottom with olive oil.
12
Layer 1/2 noodles (one layer thick), 1/2 cheese sauce (spread evenly), 1/2 mozzarella cheese, and 1/2 tomato sauce.
13
Repeat ending with tomato sauce.
14
Sprinkle parmesan cheese on top.
15
Bake for 30-40 minutes.
16
If previously refrigerated, bake 50-60 minutes.

3032

kcal

Calories

192

Fat

Carbs

297

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.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb lasagna noodle, 1 lb sausage, 12 lb hamburger, 1 tablespoon basil, and more.

Yes, Dad'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!

Dad's Famous Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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