Grandma Bea's Classic Lasagna

Bring the comforting taste of tradition to your table with Grandma Bea’s Classic Lasagna—an irresistible combination of hearty flavors and timeless techniques. This family-tested recipe layers tender lasagna noodles with a robust homemade meat sauce, made from a savory blend of ground beef, Italian sausage, aromatic onions, and garlic simmered with crushed tomatoes and fragrant herbs like basil and oregano. Creamy ricotta cheese mixed with Parmesan and fresh parsley adds a luscious, velvety texture, while generous layers of gooey mozzarella provide that perfect melt in every bite. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this lasagna is a hearty main course that’s ideal for Sunday dinners, holiday gatherings, or a satisfying weeknight treat. With its rich layers and comforting aroma, Grandma Bea’s Classic Lasagna is more than a meal—it’s a celebration of culinary nostalgia and home-cooked love.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and Italian sausage. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 3

Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.

Step 4

Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, sugar, and water to the skillet. Stir to combine. Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 30 minutes while stirring occasionally.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons of parsley, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and set aside.

Step 6

Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and lay them flat on a clean towel to prevent sticking.

Step 7

In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread 1 cup of the meat sauce on the bottom. Lay 4 lasagna noodles on top, slightly overlapping.

Step 8

Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by 1 1/2 cups of meat sauce, and 1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 9

Repeat the process: 4 noodles, the remaining ricotta mixture, 1 1/2 cups of sauce, and 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella cheese.

Step 10

Add the final layer of noodles, top with the remaining meat sauce and the last 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 11

Cover the dish with aluminum foil (spray the underside with cooking spray to prevent sticking) and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with the remaining parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3815.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7728.6

Total Fat 399.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 173.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 1484.6mg	0%
Sodium 11694.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 645.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.8g	0%
Total Sugars 78.2g
Protein 429.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 6072.0mg	0%
Iron 51.6mg	0%
Potassium 7832.1mg	0%

*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: 45.5%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 32.7%