Randy's Lasagna

Savor the hearty perfection of Randy's Lasagna, a classic Italian-American comfort food dish bursting with flavor! This rich and satisfying recipe combines layers of tender lasagna noodles, a robust meat sauce made with ground beef, Italian sausage, and aromatic herbs, and a creamy ricotta cheese mixture infused with fresh parsley. Topped with a golden, bubbling blend of mozzarella and Parmesan, this lasagna is baked to perfection for a crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, Randy's Lasagna is a must-try dish that delivers classic flavors in every bite. With simple ingredients, easy-to-follow layering, and a finishing touch of fresh basil, this homemade lasagna is destined to be your new favorite! Keywords: lasagna recipe, Italian casserole, comfort food, homemade lasagna, mozzarella cheese, pasta bake.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Italian sausage
• 1 Yellow onion, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can Canned crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
• 1 can Tomato paste (6 oz)
• 1 can Tomato sauce (15 oz)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 16 ounces Ricotta cheese
• 1 Egg
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 12 Lasagna noodles
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Cook the diced onion until soft, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add minced garlic, ground beef, and Italian sausage to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a spoon, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 4

Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, fresh basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Simmer on low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, chopped parsley, and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese. Set aside.

Step 6

Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and lay the noodles flat on a clean towel to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Spread 1 cup of meat sauce evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 8

Place 3 cooked lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture evenly over the noodles.

Step 9

Top the ricotta layer with 1 cup of meat sauce, followed by 1 cup of shredded mozzarella.

Step 10

Repeat the layering process (noodles, ricotta, sauce, mozzarella) two more times.

Step 11

For the final layer, place 3 noodles on top, spread with the remaining meat sauce, and sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Remove the foil and continue baking for another 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbling.

Step 14

Let the lasagna cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2162.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5858.4

Total Fat 261.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 127.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.3g
Cholesterol 1056.7mg	0%
Sodium 9229.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 574.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.6g	0%
Total Sugars 38.0g
Protein 331.2g	0%

Vitamin D 138.7IU	0%
Calcium 6245.4mg	0%
Iron 31.5mg	0%
Potassium 3082.7mg	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: 39.3%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 38.5%