Traditional Lasagna Recipe

Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. This delicious pasta dish is made with layers of pasta, cheese, and meat sauce, and it is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're cooking for your family or hosting a dinner party, this traditional lasagna recipe is sure to please.

Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you will need to make traditional lasagna:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound Italian sausage
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons dried basil
• 2 tablespoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 12 lasagna noodles
• 1 egg
• 1 container (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Follow these simple steps to make traditional lasagna:

1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, Italian sausage, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink. Drain off the fat.
2. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Mix well and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for 30 minutes.
3. Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
4. In a small bowl, beat the egg. Add the ricotta cheese and mix well.
5. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
6. Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
7. Place three lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
8. Spread half of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles.
9. Spread one-third of the meat sauce over the ricotta cheese.
10. Sprinkle one-third of the mozzarella cheese over the meat sauce.
11. Sprinkle one-third of the Parmesan cheese over the mozzarella cheese.
12. Repeat the layers of noodles, ricotta cheese, meat sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
13. Top with the remaining three lasagna noodles.
14. Spoon the remaining meat sauce over the top.
15. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
16. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
17. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
18. Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Here is the nutritional information for one serving of traditional lasagna:

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 38g
• Carbohydrates: 37g
• Fat: 27g
• Saturated Fat: 12g
• Cholesterol: 123mg
• Sodium: 1317mg
• Potassium: 873mg
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 10g
• Vitamin A: 1156IU
• Vitamin C: 17mg
• Calcium: 464mg
• Iron: 5mg

Enjoy your delicious traditional lasagna!