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classic ricotta meat lasagna

Irresistible Classic Ricotta Meat Lasagna in 7 Simple Steps

  • Author: Judy Wilson
  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A rich and hearty classic ricotta meat lasagna with layers of pasta, savory meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melted cheese.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb Italian sausage
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Boil lasagna noodles until al dente, then drain.
  3. Brown beef and sausage in a skillet, then add onion and garlic. Cook until soft.
  4. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Mix ricotta, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  6. Layer noodles, meat sauce, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella in a baking dish.
  7. Repeat layers, ending with mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake 15 more minutes.
  9. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey for a lighter version.
  • Let lasagna rest to set before cutting.
  • Leftovers keep well for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: lasagna, ricotta lasagna, meat lasagna, Italian pasta, baked pasta