Prepare the meat sauce: In a large pot, brown ground beef and Italian sausage over medium-high heat. Drain any excess fat. Add diced onions, garlic, and cook until softened. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar. Simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Make the béchamel sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens, then stir in grated Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Assemble the lasagna: Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of the baking dish. Top with a layer of lasagna noodles, followed by ricotta cheese, béchamel sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers, ending with a layer of meat sauce, béchamel, and mozzarella cheese on top.
Bake for 30-45 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the lasagna is heated through. Let stand for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired. Serve warm with a side salad and garlic bread.
It was okay. The sauce was a bit bland, so I had to add extra seasoning. The pasta held up well, but the overall flavor profile wasn't quite what I was hoping for.
I struggled with this recipe. The sauce was too runny, and the lasagna didn't hold its shape well. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Very good lasagna! The instructions were easy to follow, and the dish turned out perfectly. The flavors were wonderful. Great recipe!
Best lasagna I've ever made! The recipe was easy to follow, and the results were incredible. The texture was perfect. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
This is the best lasagna recipe ever! My family loved it! So easy to make and the taste is so amazing. I recommend this to everyone.
