Easy Homemade Lasagna Recipe (Classic Family Dinner)

Easy Homemade Lasagna Recipe (Classic Family Dinner)

This classic homemade lasagna is hearty, cheesy, and perfect for feeding a crowd. Layers of rich meat sauce, creamy cheese filling, and tender pasta create a comforting dinner that's perfect for family meals, holidays, and meal prep.

Family favorite

Great for leftovers

Freezer friendly

Perfect for holidays

Comfort food classic


Ingredients

Meat Sauce

1 pound ground beef or ground turkey

1 pound Italian sausage

1 small onion, diced

4 cloves garlic, minced

48 ounces marinara sauce

2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

Cheese Filling

15 ounces ricotta cheese

1 egg

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Layers

12 lasagna noodles

4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese


Instructions

Step 1

Cook noodles according to package directions.

Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Brown ground beef and sausage.

Add onions and garlic.

Cook until softened.

Step 3

Add:

Marinara sauce

Italian seasoning

Salt

Pepper

Simmer 15 minutes.

Step 4

Mix together:

Ricotta

Egg

Parmesan

Parsley

Step 5

In a 9x13 baking dish layer:

Meat sauce

Noodles

Ricotta mixture

Mozzarella

Repeat layers.

Step 6

Top with remaining mozzarella.

Step 7

Cover with foil.

Bake at 375°F for 30 minutes.

Remove foil and bake 15 more minutes.

Step 8

Rest 15 minutes before slicing.


What To Serve With Lasagna

Garlic Bread

Caesar Salad

Roasted Broccoli

Green Beans

Italian Salad

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