Jason's best Lasagna Recipe

Name: Jason's best Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Sweet Italian sausage; 3/4 lb lean ground beef; 1/2 cup onion, minced; 2 clove garlic, crushed; 28 oz can crushed tomatoes; 6 oz tomato paste; 6 1/2 oz tomato sauce; 1/2 cup water; 2 tbsp granulated sugar; 1 1/2 tsp basil; 1/2 tsp fennel seed; 1 tsp italian seasoning; 1 tbsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 4 tbsp chopped parsley; 12 lasagna noodles; 2 cup cottage cheese (lasagna style); 1 egg; 1/2 tsp salt; 3/4 lb mozzarella (grated); 3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

1 lb Sweet Italian sausage
3/4 lb lean ground beef
1/2 cup onion, minced
2 clove garlic, crushed
28 oz can crushed tomatoes
6 oz tomato paste
6 1/2 oz tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 1/2 tsp basil
1/2 tsp fennel seed
1 tsp italian seasoning
1 tbsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
4 tbsp chopped parsley
12 lasagna noodles
2 cup cottage cheese (lasagna style)
1 egg
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 lb mozzarella (grated)
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

1
In a large pot, cook sausage, ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until well browned.
2
Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water.
3
Season with sugar, basil, fennel seeds, Italian seasoning, 1 tablespoon salt, pepper, in 2 tablespoons parsley.
4
Simmer covered for one and a half hours, stirring occasionally.
5
Cook lasagna noodles in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes.
6
Drain noodles, and rinse with cold water.
7
In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese with egg, the remaining parsley, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
8
Preheat oven to 375F
9
To assemble, spread 2 cups of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9 by 13 inch baking.
10
Then 3 lasagna noodles.
11
Next, another 2 cups of sauce, then 3 more noodles.
12
Next the cottage cheese mixture.
13
3 more noodles.
14
2 more cups of sauce.
15
Repeat noodles and sauce till finished.
16
Top with the grated cheese.
17
Bake at 375F for 30 minutes.
18
Cool for 10 minutes before cutting.

2012

kcal

Calories

Fat

250

Carbs

106

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.

My Personal Notes

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

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb Sweet Italian sausage, 3/4 lb lean ground beef, 1/2 cup onion, minced, 2 clove garlic, crushed, and more.

Yes, Jason's best 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!

Jason's best Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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