Grandmas Lasagna

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Grandma's Lasagna, a time-honored classic brimming with rich, homemade flavors. This hearty recipe layers tender lasagna noodles, a decadent ricotta cheese mixture, and a savory meat sauce made with ground beef, Italian sausage, and aromatic garlic and onions. Simmered to perfection with crushed tomatoes, basil, and Italian seasoning, the sauce infuses every bite with robust flavor. Topped with melty mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan, this lasagna bakes to golden, bubbly goodness. With its homemade touch and family-approved taste, it's perfect for gatherings, weeknight dinners, or indulging in nostalgic comfort. Serve with a side of garlic bread and a crisp green salad for a meal that warms both heart and soul.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, Italian sausage, and onion over medium heat until the meat is browned and the onion is softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Drain any excess fat.

Step 2

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water. Add the sugar, dried basil, Italian seasoning, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir to combine and reduce the heat to low. Simmer the sauce for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and lay the noodles flat on a clean surface to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan, and chopped parsley. Stir until well combined, and set aside.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 6

Spread 1 1/2 cups of the meat sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, then sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella on top. Repeat these layers two more times (sauce, noodles, ricotta, mozzarella).

Step 7

Finish with a final layer of sauce and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, making sure the foil does not touch the cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with additional chopped parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3541.6 grams (3541.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6083

Total Fat 242.10g	310%
Saturated Fat 116.90g	585%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.20g
Cholesterol 1023mg	341%
Sodium 10017mg	436%
Total Carbohydrate 683.70g	249%
Dietary Fiber 50.90g	182%
Total Sugars 120.50g
Protein 331.90g	664%

Vitamin D 145IU	723%
Calcium 5979mg	460%
Iron 43mg	241%
Potassium 7060mg	150%

*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: 34.9%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 43.8%