Opal's Lasagna Recipe

Name: Opal's Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large yellow onions, chopped; vegetable oil; 4 8 oz (224 grm). cans tomato sauce; 3 large cans diced tomatoes, plain or seasoned (or chopped fresh tomatoes); salt and pepper, to taste; 1 tbsp (15 ml) oregano; 2 tsp (10 ml) parsley; 1-1/2 tsp (7 ml) sugar; 3 lbs (1.4 kg). pork tenderloin or pork roast; 2 lbs (.9 kg). hamburger; salt, pepper and garlic salt, to taste; 1 tbsp (15 ml) oregano; 3 tbsp (45 ml) grated parmesan cheese; 3 slices bread made into crumbs; 2 eggs; American; Swiss; mozzarella; 1 16 oz (448 grm). package lasagna noodles

Servings: persons

2 large yellow onions, chopped
vegetable oil
4 8 oz (224 grm). cans tomato sauce
3 large cans diced tomatoes, plain or seasoned (or chopped fresh tomatoes)
salt and pepper, to taste
1 tbsp (15 ml) oregano
2 tsp (10 ml) parsley
1-1/2 tsp (7 ml) sugar
3 lbs (1.4 kg). pork tenderloin or pork roast
2 lbs (.9 kg). hamburger
salt, pepper and garlic salt, to taste
1 tbsp (15 ml) oregano
3 tbsp (45 ml) grated parmesan cheese
3 slices bread made into crumbs
2 eggs
American
Swiss
mozzarella
1 16 oz (448 grm). package lasagna noodles

1
In a dutch oven, cook chopped onion in oil until translucent.
2
Add tomato sauce and diced tomatoes.
3
Stir in salt, pepper, oregano, parsley and sugar.
4
Bring to a low boil, cover and reduce heat.
5
Simmer while preparing other ingredients, adding a little water if needed.
6
Trim and wash pork; pat dry.
7
Slice in bite-size pieces.
8
Salt the meat.
9
Brown thoroughly in small batches in a little hot oil.
10
Transfer meat to paper towels to drain.
11
Add meat to sauce as each panful is cooked and drained.
12
While last pan of pork is cooking, mix hamburger with seasonings, cheese, bread crumbs and eggs.
13
Cook hamburger mixture in two or three batches.
14
Drain well.
15
Add to sauce, stirring well over low heat to avoid burning the thick sauce.
16
Grate cheeses.
17
Cook lasagna noodles as package directs, and turn out into collander.
18
Remove sauce from heat.
19
Preheat oven to 325 degrees (175 C.).
20
Cover bottom of pan with sauce, then lasagna noodles (cutting to fit pan if necessary), then cheeses.
21
Repeat until ingredients are used up, finishing with cheeses and a little sauce.
22
Bake at 325 degrees (175 C.) for one hour.

1575

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

147

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large yellow onions, chopped, vegetable oil, 4 8 oz (224 grm). cans tomato sauce, 3 large cans diced tomatoes, plain or seasoned (or chopped fresh tomatoes), and more.

Yes, Opal's 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!

Opal's Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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