Ingredients and Weight:
- Lasagna noodles: 9 ounces
- Ground beef: 1 pound
- Italian sausage: 1 pound
- Onion, chopped: 1 medium
- Garlic, minced: 3 cloves
- Tomato sauce: 3 cups
- Tomato paste: 1 tablespoon
- Oregano: 1 teaspoon
- Basil: 1 teaspoon
- Mozzarella cheese, shredded: 1 cup
- Provolone cheese, shredded: 1 cup
- Parmesan cheese, grated: 1/2 cup
- Ricotta cheese: 1 cup
- Eggs: 2
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 60 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook ground beef and Italian sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Remove from heat and drain excess fat.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, oregano, and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, eggs, and Parmesan cheese.
- In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer lasagna noodles, meat sauce, and ricotta cheese mixture. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used. Finish with a layer of mozzarella and provolone cheese.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until bubbly and cheese is melted.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of lasagna):
- Calories: 500
- Fat: 25 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and cheesy
- Savory and satisfying
- Perfect for feeding a crowd
User Comments:
- "This lasagna was so delicious! The four cheeses made it so creamy and flavorful."
- "My family loved this dish. It was easy to make and tasted like it came from a restaurant."
- "I've tried many lasagna recipes, but this one is my favorite. The combination of cheeses is perfect."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have any lasagna noodles, you can use no-boil lasagna noodles instead.
- You can substitute any type of ground meat for the beef and sausage.
- Be careful not to overcook the lasagna, as it can become dry.
