Awesome Lasagna Casserole

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this **Awesome Lasagna Casserole**—a hearty dish bursting with layers of flavor and cheesy goodness! Perfectly cooked lasagna noodles are stacked with a rich meat sauce made from ground beef, Italian sausage, and aromatic spices, then paired with a creamy ricotta mixture infused with fresh parsley. Topped with a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, this casserole bakes to golden, bubbly perfection, making it a crowd-pleasing dinner that's ideal for family gatherings or meal prepping. With its simple layering technique and oven-baked finish, this recipe delivers all the classic lasagna flavors in an easy-to-assemble casserole format. Whether you're craving comfort or hosting friends, this lasagna casserole is a guaranteed hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 sheets lasagna noodles
• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound Italian sausage
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1.5 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 15 ounces ricotta cheese
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 4 cups, shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup, grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and lay flat on parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage until browned. Break up the meat with a spatula as it cooks. Drain excess fat.

Step 4

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked meat. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onions are softened.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Simmer the sauce for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, and chopped parsley. Stir until fully incorporated.

Step 7

In a 9x13-inch casserole dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom.

Step 8

Place 3-4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, slightly overlapping them.

Step 9

Spread one-third of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles, then sprinkle one-third of the shredded mozzarella cheese on top, followed by a layer of the meat sauce.

Step 10

Repeat the layering process two more times, ending with a layer of meat sauce on top.

Step 11

Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top layer of sauce.

Step 12

Cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.

Step 13

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 14

Remove from the oven and let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2233.9 grams (2233.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4311

Total Fat 146.40g	188%
Saturated Fat 67.10g	335%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.20g
Cholesterol 531mg	177%
Sodium 5237mg	228%
Total Carbohydrate 578.30g	210%
Dietary Fiber 34.60g	124%
Total Sugars 51.50g
Protein 212.70g	425%

Vitamin D 91IU	454%
Calcium 2950mg	227%
Iron 34mg	187%
Potassium 4035mg	86%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.4%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 51.6%