Mom'S Special Lasagna Recipe

Name: Mom'S Special Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground beef; 1/2 lb bulk Italian sausage; 1 large onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, undrained; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 1/2 cups water or 1 1/2 cups chicken broth; 1 cup salsa; 1 teaspoon sugar (optional...I don't use); 1 -2 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon fennel seed; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 9 lasagna noodles; 1 (16 ounce) carton ricotta cheese; 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; salt and pepper, to taste; 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb bulk Italian sausage
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 1/2 cups water or 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 cup salsa
1 teaspoon sugar (optional...I don't use)
1 -2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon fennel seed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
9 lasagna noodles
1 (16 ounce) carton ricotta cheese
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
salt and pepper, to taste
4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

1
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook beef, sausage and onion until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. Stir in the next 10 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1- 3 hours, stirring occasionally. ***This can be done up to one day ahead of time.
2
While sauce is cooking, cook lasagna noodles according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water.
3
In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, beaten egg, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste.
4
In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, spoon a little sauce in the bottom of casserole. Then layer in this order: 1/3 of the noodles, 1/2 of the ricotta cheese, 1/3 of the meat mixture and 1/3 of the mozzarella and 1/3 of the Parmesan. Repeat layers. Top with remaining noodles, meat sauce, mozzarella and Parmesan. Cover with aluminum foil.
5
***This can be done ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to eat. Just leave lasagna out on counter for 30-45 minutes before baking.
6
Bake at 350u00b0 for 45 minutes; uncover and bake for 20 minutes longer or until bubbly. Let stand 15 minutes before cutting.

1748

kcal

Calories

Fat

205

Carbs

117

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb ground beef, 1/2 lb bulk Italian sausage, 1 large onion, chopped, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Mom'S Special 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.

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Mom'S Special Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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