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Best Lasagna Recipe

Even though it may sound difficult, making homemade lasagna is actually rather simple. Don't be scared off by the thought of so many layers of great Italian flavor; make this lasagna from scratch right now!
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 638kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1/2 pound of lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup of chopped onion
  • 1 (28-ounce) can of chopped tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped and split
  • 1 crushed clove of garlic
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoons of dry oregano
  • 1/8 teaspoon of white sugar
  • 1 package (16 ounces) of lasagna noodles
  • 1 pound cottage cheese with small curds
  • 3/4 cup of grated parmesan
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper powder
  • 1 package (16 ounces) of shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  • In a large, deep skillet over medium heat, combine pork and ground beef; cook and stir for 5 to 7 minutes or until browned and crumbly. Add onion and simmer for approximately 5 minutes, until transparent
  • Incorporate the smashed tomatoes, tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley, garlic, basil, salt, oregano, and sugar. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally
  • Boil a big pot of salted water while the sauce simmers. Cook the lasagna noodles in the boiling water, stirring periodically, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until soft but still chewy. Water usage reduction and storage reserve
  • While pasta cooks preheat the oven to 375°F (190 degrees C)
  • In a large bowl, thoroughly combine cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley, salt, and pepper
  • Assemble the lasagna by spreading just enough sauce to coat the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Add two layers of noodles to cover the sauce. Layers of cheese mixture, sauce, and mozzarella cheese make up the dish. Use the leftover noodles, cheese mixture, sauce, and mozzarella to create additional layers. Wrap aluminum foil around the baking dish
  • Bake in an oven that has been prepared for 30 to 40 minutes. Bake until the cheese is golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes more
  • After 10 minutes, serve the dish