Party Lasagna

Get ready to wow your guests with this ultimate Party Lasagna—a hearty, crowd-pleasing classic that's perfect for any celebration or family gathering! This layered masterpiece combines tender lasagna noodles, a robust meat sauce made with ground beef and Italian sausage, and a rich, creamy ricotta filling infused with Parmesan and fresh parsley. Topped with gooey layers of melted mozzarella, this baked perfection boasts bold Italian flavors in every bite. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients like crushed tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic herbs, this recipe is a guaranteed hit. Serve this comfort food favorite with crisp garlic bread and a fresh green salad for the ultimate dinner spread. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this make-ahead marvel is sure to be the star of your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:70 mins

Total Time:100 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Lasagna noodles
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 pound Ground Italian sausage
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
• 6 ounces Tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons Dried basil
• 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 16 ounces Ricotta cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 4 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and lay them flat on a baking sheet to prevent sticking.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan, and chopped parsley. Mix until well blended.

Step 7

To assemble the lasagna, spread 1 cup of meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, slightly overlapping them. Spread one-third of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by one-third of the shredded mozzarella. Repeat the layering twice more, finishing with a layer of mozzarella cheese on top.

Step 8

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

Step 9

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

Step 10

Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Party Lasagna with a side salad and garlic bread, if desired!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3701.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7774.2

Total Fat 402.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 174.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 1481.9mg	0%
Sodium 12642.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 650.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.5g	0%
Total Sugars 83.5g
Protein 435.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 6225.9mg	0%
Iron 52.7mg	0%
Potassium 8776.8mg	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: 21.9%

Carbs: 32.7%