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Pioneer Woman Lasagna

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A classic, hearty Italian lasagna filled with layers of rich meat sauce, creamy cheeses, and pasta.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cans crushed tomatoes (28 oz each)
  • 2 cans tomato paste (6 oz each)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 12 pieces lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
  • To taste fresh parsley (optional, for garnishing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the ground beef and Italian sausage in a skillet until browned; drain excess fat.
  3. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until the onion becomes translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Prepare the sauce by adding crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, dried basil, salt, and black pepper; simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Mix the ricotta cheese, egg, 2 cups of mozzarella cheese, and half of Parmesan in a bowl.
  6. Layer a thin layer of meat sauce in a baking dish, followed by noodles and half of the ricotta mixture.
  7. Add a third of the meat sauce and mozzarella cheese.
  8. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, ending with remaining meat sauce on top.
  9. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  10. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; uncover and bake for another 25 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  11. Let the lasagna sit for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
  12. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Notes

Lasagna can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.

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Keywords: lasagna, Italian, comfort food, pasta, meal prep

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