Introduction
Lasagna is one of the most loved comfort foods in the United States, especially for family gatherings, reunions, and weekend dinners. Its layers of pasta, rich meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melted cheese make it a dish everyone enjoys. Today, we’ll show you how to prepare the perfect homemade Lasagna that will make your family dinner unforgettable.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 8–10)
For the Meat Sauce:
| Items Names | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground Beef | 1 lb (450 g) |
| Italian Sausage | ½ lb (225 g) |
| Onion | 1 medium (chopped) |
| Garlic – 3 cloves | 3 cloves (minced) |
| Tomato Sauce | 2 cups |
| Tomato Paste | 2 tbsp |
| Crushed Tomatoes | 1 cup |
| Italian Seasoning | 2 tsp |
| Salt & Pepper | to taste |
For the Cheese Mixture:
| Items Names | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ricotta Cheese | 15 oz (425 g) |
| Egg | 1 large |
| Parmesan Cheese | ½ cup (grated) |
| Mozzarella Cheese | 2 cups (shredded) |
For Assembly:
| Lasagna Noodles | 15 oz (425 g) |
| Extra Mozzarella | For topping |
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Meat Sauce
In a skillet, cook ground beef and sausage until browned.
Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
Stir in tomato sauce, paste, crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Simmer for 20 minutes on low heat.
Step 2: Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, and Parmesan.
Mix well until smooth.
Step 3: Layer the Lasagna
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce.
Place lasagna noodles on top.
Spread cheese mixture, then meat sauce, then mozzarella.
Repeat layers until dish is full, ending with mozzarella on top.
Step 4: Bake the Lasagna
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove foil and bake another 20 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly
Step 5: Rest & Serve
Let lasagna rest for 10 minutes before cutting.
Serve hot with garlic bread and fresh salad.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Garlic bread and Caesar salad are perfect side dishes.
A glass of red wine pairs beautifully with lasagna.
For dessert, serve brownies or cheesecake for a complete family dinner.
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