Delightful Meat Lasagna - A Cheesy Comfort Classic
This delightful meat lasagna is a cheesy comfort classic, perfect for family dinners. Layers of pasta, rich meat sauce, and creamy cheese come together for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 12 pieces lasagna noodles
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and cool.
- In a skillet, cook ground beef and Italian sausage until browned, then drain fat.
- Add marinara sauce to the meat and simmer for 5 minutes, seasoning with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano.
- Mix ricotta cheese, egg, parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl until creamy.
- In a baking dish, layer meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and Parmesan, repeating layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serve garnished with parsley.
Notes
Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing for cleaner pieces.