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World’s Best Lasagna

This comforting World’s Best Lasagna features layers of savory meat, creamy ricotta, and melty mozzarella, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat Ingredients
  • 1 pound Ground beef Flavorful, lean-to-medium fat is fine
  • 1 pound Italian sausage Sweet or hot, your choice
Sauce Ingredients
  • 24 ounces Tomato sauce Plain or seasoned
  • 1 tablespoon Italian herbs Oregano, basil, or a blend
Cheese Ingredients
  • 15 ounces Ricotta cheese Creamy binder
  • 2 cups Mozzarella cheese Shredded for melty layers
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated, for salty finish
Pasta Ingredients
  • 12 ounces Lasagna noodles No-boil or boiled per package instructions

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly oil a baking dish.
  2. Brown the ground beef and Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking the meat into small pieces. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in the tomato sauce and Italian herbs; simmer for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta with a little salt and pepper until creamy.
Layering and Baking
  1. Layer lasagna: start with noodles, then meat sauce, dollops of ricotta, and a generous handful of mozzarella. Repeat for three or four layers, finishing with mozzarella on top.
  2. Sprinkle Parmesan across the top and cover with foil. Bake for 25 minutes.
  3. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  4. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

Notes

For best results, use low-moisture mozzarella to reduce sogginess. If using no-boil noodles, layer them directly without pre-cooking.