Marjorie Hall's Lasagna Casserole

Transport your taste buds to comfort food heaven with Marjorie Hall's Lasagna Casserole—a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish that brings bold Italian flavors to your table. This recipe features layers of tender lasagna noodles, a rich homemade meat sauce made with ground beef, Italian sausage, and aromatic herbs, and a creamy ricotta-Parmesan blend for an indulgent, cheesy finish. Topped with bubbly, golden mozzarella, this casserole bakes to perfection, filling your kitchen with irresistible aromas. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep, this lasagna casserole is as satisfying as it is easy to make. With just 30 minutes of prep and a bake time of 60 minutes, it’s the ultimate choice for a comforting yet impressive dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound Italian sausage
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 15 ounces ricotta cheese
• 1 egg
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 12 lasagna noodles

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, Italian sausage, and chopped onion until the meat is browned and the onion is soft. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 3

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer the sauce over low heat for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

While the sauce is simmering, cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain them and set aside on a clean towel to prevent sticking.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, egg, and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Layer 3-4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, overlapping as needed. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by 1/4 of the shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/4 of the meat sauce.

Step 8

Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of meat sauce and the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.

Step 9

Cover the dish with aluminum foil, ensuring it doesn’t touch the cheese, and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Let the lasagna cool for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow it to set.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3520.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6533.0

Total Fat 294.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 134.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.0g
Cholesterol 1240.1mg	0%
Sodium 8358.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 641.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.8g	0%
Total Sugars 85.4g
Protein 374.0g	0%

Vitamin D 138.7IU	0%
Calcium 5111.5mg	0%
Iron 48.1mg	0%
Potassium 7079.3mg	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: 39.5%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 38.3%