Hearty Meat Lasagna

Dive into the ultimate comfort food with this Hearty Meat Lasagna, a rich and satisfying classic that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Layers of tender lasagna noodles are generously stacked with a flavorful meat sauce made from ground beef, Italian sausage, and aromatic herbs, paired with a creamy ricotta filling, melty mozzarella, and a golden Parmesan topping. The slow-simmered tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onion, and basil creates an irresistible depth of flavor, while the perfectly baked cheesy layers deliver a gooey, satisfying bite every time. Ready in just two hours and serving up to eight, this timeless Italian dish is both indulgent and easy to prepare, making it a go-to recipe for any lasagna lover.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 sheets Lasagna noodles
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 pound Ground Italian sausage
• 1 large Yellow onion, finely diced
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 6 ounces Tomato paste
• 15 ounces Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Water
• 2 teaspoons Sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 15 ounces Ricotta cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and ground Italian sausage. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon. Transfer the meat to a plate and drain excess fat.

Step 4

In the same skillet, sauté the onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Step 5

Return the cooked meat to the skillet. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, water, sugar, basil, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, egg, and parsley until well combined. Set aside.

Step 7

To assemble the lasagna, spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, slightly overlapping if necessary.

Step 8

Spread one-third of the ricotta mixture over the noodles. Sprinkle one-third of the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Top with another layer of meat sauce.

Step 9

Repeat the layers two more times: noodles, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and meat sauce.

Step 10

For the final layer, top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

Step 11

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, making sure the foil doesn’t touch the cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden brown.

Step 13

Let the lasagna rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4540.8 grams (4540.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8000

Total Fat 418.00g	536%
Saturated Fat 181.50g	907%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 1555mg	518%
Sodium 13865mg	603%
Total Carbohydrate 673.50g	245%
Dietary Fiber 51.00g	182%
Total Sugars 103.30g
Protein 426.50g	853%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 6673mg	513%
Iron 58mg	323%
Potassium 8698mg	185%

*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: 46.1%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 33.0%