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Chef John Lasagna

A delightful twist on a classic lasagna featuring layers of rich meat sauce, creamy cheese, and perfectly cooked noodles.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions until al dente.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
  4. Pour in the marinara sauce and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; let it simmer.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
  6. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
  7. Layer three noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, a third of the mozzarella, and more meat sauce.
  8. Repeat the layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with meat sauce and the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
  9. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 25 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  11. Let the lasagna sit for about 15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Serve with a fresh salad or garlic bread.