Classic Lasagna

Name: Classic Lasagna
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 4.6 tsp 1 pound ground beef; 3.7 qt 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed; 9.8 fl oz 1 large onion, chopped; 8.3 pinch 4 cloves garlic, minced; 4.7 lb 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 9.9 bag 28 ounces crushed tomatoes; 5.6 tbsp 6 ounces tomato paste; 9.1 g 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning; 4.4 bottle Salt and pepper to taste; 1.7 package 1 teaspoon sugar; 7.1 inch 1/2 cup butter; 9.1 jar 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1.4 tsp 4 cups milk; 1.4 l 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 3.6 whole 1 pound lasagna noodles; 7.6 fl oz 15 ounces ricotta cheese; 6 bottle 2 eggs, beaten; 9.3 bottle 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 5.6 qt 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 5.2 oz 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

By Claudia Rodriguez

November 17, 2025

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This classic lasagna recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Layers of rich meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and melted mozzarella cheese create a symphony of flavors and textures. It is a hearty and satisfying dish that is both comforting and impressive. Ground beef and Italian sausage form the base of the sauce, simmered with tomatoes, herbs, and a touch of red wine for depth. The béchamel, a simple white sauce enriched with butter and milk, adds a luscious creaminess. Finally, the combination of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses provides a golden, bubbly crust. This lasagna is best served warm, allowing the flavors to meld together and create a truly unforgettable meal. The preparation involves creating the meat sauce, béchamel, and then layering everything together for baking.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef - 4.6 tsp
1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed - 3.7 qt
1 large onion, chopped - 9.8 fl oz
4 cloves garlic, minced - 8.3 pinch
1 green bell pepper, chopped - 4.7 lb
28 ounces crushed tomatoes - 9.9 bag
6 ounces tomato paste - 5.6 tbsp
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning - 9.1 g
Salt and pepper to taste - 4.4 bottle
1 teaspoon sugar - 1.7 package

Cooking Steps

Step 1

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium-high heat. Drain any excess grease.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

While the sauce simmers, prepare the béchamel sauce. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.

Step 5

Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

Step 6

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Step 7

Layer lasagna noodles, meat sauce, béchamel sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of cheese.

Step 8

Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

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Classic Lasagna

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef - 4.6 tsp
1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed - 3.7 qt
1 large onion, chopped - 9.8 fl oz
4 cloves garlic, minced - 8.3 pinch
1 green bell pepper, chopped - 4.7 lb
28 ounces crushed tomatoes - 9.9 bag
6 ounces tomato paste - 5.6 tbsp
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning - 9.1 g
Salt and pepper to taste - 4.4 bottle
1 teaspoon sugar - 1.7 package

Cooking Steps

Step 1

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium-high heat. Drain any excess grease.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

While the sauce simmers, prepare the béchamel sauce. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.

Step 5

Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

Step 6

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Step 7

Layer lasagna noodles, meat sauce, béchamel sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of cheese.

Step 8

Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Reviews (25 Reviews)

Charlie Brown3

It was good, but not amazing. The meat sauce was a little too acidic for my taste. Maybe a touch of sugar would help balance it out.

Isaac Martinez4

Really enjoyed this lasagna. The instructions were easy to follow, and the result was fantastic. I added a little more herbs to the sauce.

Yasmine Green5

This lasagna is outstanding! The flavors are amazing, and the texture is perfect. This recipe is a keeper!

Xavier Scott4

Very good recipe. The lasagna had a wonderful flavor. I added a bit more garlic to the meat sauce.

Rachel Garcia3

The lasagna was okay, but the béchamel sauce was a bit bland. I might add nutmeg next time to give it more flavor.