Kittencal's Four Cheese Lasagna

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with Kittencal's Four Cheese Lasagna—a decadent, layered masterpiece that brings together tender lasagna noodles, a rich and savory meat sauce, and a luscious blend of ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and Romano cheeses. This recipe elevates classic lasagna with the perfect combination of ground beef and Italian sausage, aromatic herbs, and a creamy ricotta mixture enhanced by fresh parsley and a hint of egg for that irresistibly smooth texture. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this hearty dish is ideal for satisfying family dinners or wowing guests at your next gathering. With its bold Italian flavors and cheesy layers, this lasagna is sure to become your go-to recipe for every occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Lasagna noodles
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground Italian sausage
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 15 ounces Ricotta cheese
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 cup Romano cheese, grated
• 4 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cook the lasagna noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions. Drain and drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage until browned. Drain any excess grease.

Step 4

Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant and softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of Parmesan, 1/4 cup of Romano, the egg, and fresh parsley. Mix well.

Step 7

Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 8

Arrange 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, slightly overlapping them.

Step 9

Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by 1/3 of the remaining meat sauce, and then 1 cup of shredded mozzarella.

Step 10

Repeat this layering process two more times: noodles, ricotta mixture, meat sauce, and mozzarella.

Step 11

For the final layer, top with the last of the meat sauce and sprinkle the remaining Parmesan, Romano, and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.

Step 12

Cover the dish with aluminum foil, ensuring it doesn’t touch the cheese layer.

Step 13

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 14

Allow the lasagna to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3473.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7382.0

Total Fat 374.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 181.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 1493.3mg	0%
Sodium 12123.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 621.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.5g	0%
Total Sugars 77.0g
Protein 427.5g	0%

Vitamin D 101.4IU	0%
Calcium 7583.2mg	0%
Iron 49.1mg	0%
Potassium 7318.9mg	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: 44.5%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 32.9%