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Million Dollar Lasagna

  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: None

Description

An indulgent lasagna packed with layers of meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 lb mild Italian sausage
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 28 oz canned tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 9 no-boil lasagna noodles
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until translucent.
  2. Increase heat, add ground beef and sausage, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in canned tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, eggs, salt, pepper, and half the Parmesan until smooth.
  5. In a baking dish, layer half the meat sauce, 3 noodles, half the ricotta mixture, and half the mozzarella. Repeat the layers.
  6. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan. Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 25 minutes.
  7. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

Notes

This lasagna can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator, making it great for meal prep.