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)

Kevin Thomas2

I struggled with the béchamel, it came out lumpy. The meat sauce was also a bit bland. Needs more seasoning.

Julia Anderson5

This recipe is a keeper! The béchamel sauce was so creamy and delicious. The lasagna was a huge hit at my dinner party.

Laura Jackson4

Great recipe! My family loved it. I used a different type of mozzarella, and it worked out perfectly.

Diana Miller5

Best lasagna I've ever made! The layers were perfect, and the cheese on top was golden and bubbly. Everyone raved about it. Thanks for sharing!

Samuel Lewis4

Great recipe! Simple to follow, and the lasagna was delicious. My only suggestion would be to clarify the amount of sauce to use in each layer.