The Best Lasagna. Ever. Recipe

Name: The Best Lasagna. Ever.
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs lean ground beef; 1 lb hot breakfast sausage; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans whole tomatoes; 2 (4 ounce) cans tomato paste; 4 tablespoons dried parsley; 2 tablespoons dried basil; 2 teaspoons salt; 3 cups low fat cottage cheese; 2 beaten eggs; ½ cup grated parmesan cheese (not shredded); 1 lb sliced mozzarella cheese; 1 (10 ounce) package lasagna noodles (I use the No Boiling required variety)

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs lean ground beef
1 lb hot breakfast sausage
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans whole tomatoes
2 (4 ounce) cans tomato paste
4 tablespoons dried parsley
2 tablespoons dried basil
2 teaspoons salt
3 cups low fat cottage cheese
2 beaten eggs
½ cup grated parmesan cheese (not shredded)
1 lb sliced mozzarella cheese
1 (10 ounce) package lasagna noodles (I use the No Boiling required variety)

1
In a large saucepan, combine garlic, ground beef, and sausage.
2
Cook over medium-high heat until browned.
3
Drain half the fat, or none at all.
4
It is your preference!
5
Add tomatoes, tomato paste, 2 tablespoons parsley, basil, and 1 teaspoon salt.
6
Set aside.
7
In a medium bowl, combine cottage cheese, beaten eggs, 2 tablespoons parsley, 1 teaspoon salt and grated parmesan.
8
Stir together well.
9
Set aside.
10
To assemble:
11
Arrange lasagna noodles in bottom of a baking pan, overlapping if necessary.
12
Spoon half of the cottage cheese mixture over noodles.
13
Spread evenly.
14
Cover cottage cheese with half of the mozzarella slices.
15
Spoon half of the meat mixture over the top.
16
Repeat, ending with the meat mixture.
17
Sprinkle top with parmesan cheese to your liking.
18
Bake in a 350F oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until top is hot and bubbly.
19
Serve and enjoy!

1039

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs lean ground beef, 1 lb hot breakfast sausage, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans whole tomatoes, and more.

Yes, The Best Lasagna. Ever. 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!

The Best Lasagna. Ever.

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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