Mama's Lasagna

Indulge in the comforting, homestyle flavors of Mama’s Lasagna, a classic baked pasta dish brimming with layers of love and flavor. This hearty recipe features tender lasagna noodles, a rich, savory meat sauce made with ground beef and Italian sausage, and a creamy ricotta cheese mixture infused with fresh parsley and just the right blend of seasonings. Topped with a generous blanket of melted mozzarella and golden Parmesan, each bite is a celebration of cheesy, saucy perfection. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this lasagna is both satisfying and soul-warming, with a bake time that allows the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve it with a crisp salad and garlic bread for the ultimate Italian comfort food experience. Cooked in just over two hours, Mama’s Lasagna is the perfect crowd-pleasing dish to bring everyone to the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 sheets Lasagna noodles
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 pound Ground Italian sausage
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 Yellow onion, finely diced
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 6 ounces Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 16 ounces Ricotta cheese
• 1 Egg
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 4 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Step 3

Add ground beef and ground Italian sausage to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.

Step 4

Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, sugar, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Simmer the sauce for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse them with cool water to prevent sticking. Set aside.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, parsley, 1 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.

Step 7

Spread a small amount of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Layer 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, slightly overlapping them. Spread a third of the ricotta mixture over the noodles. Top with a third of the meat sauce and sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded mozzarella and 0.25 cup of Parmesan cheese.

Step 9

Repeat the layering process two more times, ending with a layer of meat sauce and the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.

Step 10

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil (try to avoid touching the cheese). Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Step 12

Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3742.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7910.5

Total Fat 413.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 182.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 1498.4mg	0%
Sodium 12385.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 645.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.1g	0%
Total Sugars 77.6g
Protein 447.7g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 6584.4mg	0%
Iron 50.6mg	0%
Potassium 7783.5mg	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: 46.0%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 31.9%