This Classic Homemade Beef Lasagna is the ultimate comfort food, featuring layers of tender pasta, rich meat sauce, creamy cheese filling, and a golden, bubbly cheese topping. Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or special occasions, this hearty lasagna is always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
For the Meat Sauce
1 pound ground beef
½ pound Italian sausage
1 medium onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
15 ounces tomato sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
For the Cheese Filling
15 ounces ricotta cheese
1 large egg
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
For the Lasagna
12 lasagna noodles, cooked according to package instructions
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried parsley for garnish
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