Lasagna by Mom Recipe

Name: Lasagna by Mom
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef; ¼ cup olive oil; 1 cup chopped onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (2 1/2 lb) can tomatoes; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato sauce; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon dried basil; ½ teaspoon dried oregano; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 12 bay leaf; 1 cup pitted ripe olives, chopped into large pieces; 1 (8 ounce) package lasagna noodles; 12 lb mozzarella cheese, grated or slices; ½ cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 (1 lb) carton ricotta cheese or 1 (1 lb) carton cottage cheese

Servings: persons

2 lbs lean ground beef
¼ cup olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (2 1/2 lb) can tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (6 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon black pepper
12 bay leaf
1 cup pitted ripe olives, chopped into large pieces
1 (8 ounce) package lasagna noodles
12 lb mozzarella cheese, grated or slices
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 (1 lb) carton ricotta cheese or 1 (1 lb) carton cottage cheese

1
Brown meat in hot oil.
2
Add onions, and garlic, cook until transparent.
3
Add tomatoes, paste, sauce, and spices (not olives yet).
4
Cover and simmer one hour or until sauce is thickened.
5
Remove and stir in olives.
6
Cook lasagna in boiling salt water until almost tender.
7
Drain and rinse.
8
Slice mozz cheese.
9
In 9 by 13 baking dish spread layers as follows: sauce (noodles, ricotta chees, sauce, parmesian cheese, mozzarella cheese).
10
Repeat 3 times.
11
Bake 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes.

4751

kcal

Calories

299

Fat

Carbs

432

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs lean ground beef, ¼ cup olive oil, 1 cup chopped onion, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Lasagna by Mom 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!

Lasagna by Mom

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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