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30-Minute Classic Lasagna Recipe

  • Author: Elizabeth
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 1 lb (450g) Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cans (28 oz/800g each) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (6 oz/170g) tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 12 lasagna noodles (no-boil or oven-ready noodles work best)
• 15 oz (425g) ricotta cheese
• 2 cups (500g) shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg

Instructions

  1. Brown the Meat: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium-high heat, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until it’s no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
  3. Make the Sauce: Pour in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Add the dried oregano, basil, red pepper flakes (if using), and a generous pinch of salt and black pepper. Stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
  4. Prepare the Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese, the Parmesan cheese, and the egg until well combined.
  5. Assemble the Lasagna: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread 1 cup of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Arrange 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, overlapping slightly. Spread half of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles, then top with 1 cup of the meat sauce. Repeat the layers of noodles, ricotta, and sauce. Top with the remaining 4 lasagna noodles and the remaining meat sauce.
  6. Bake the Lasagna: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the top, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Let It Rest: Allow the lasagna to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This resting period allows the layers to set and the flavors to meld.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Cuisine: Americans

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