Classic Lasagna with Meat Sauce Recipe

If you're looking for a comforting and classic Italian dish, then look no further than this delicious lasagna recipe. Layered with rich meat sauce, creamy cheese, and tender pasta, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of ground beef
• 1/2 pound of Italian sausage
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 can of diced tomatoes
• 2 cans of tomato sauce
• 1 tablespoon of dried basil
• 1 tablespoon of dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1 package of lasagna noodles
• 16 ounces of ricotta cheese
• 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, Italian sausage, onion, and garlic. Cook until the meat is browned and the onion is tender.
3. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
5. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Mix well.
6. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom. Layer with lasagna noodles, meat sauce, and cheese mixture. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
7. Top the lasagna with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
8. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before serving.

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