Easy Lasagna with Uncooked Noodles

Ingredients and Weight:

• Lasagna noodles (uncooked), 12 ounces
• Ground beef, 1 pound
• Italian sausage, 1 pound
• Onion, 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic, 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato sauce, 28 ounces
• Tomato paste, 6 ounces
• Italian seasoning, 2 tablespoons
• Ricotta cheese, 15 ounces
• Mozzarella cheese, 12 ounces, shredded
• Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup, grated

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook ground beef and sausage in a large skillet until browned. Drain excess grease.
3. Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
4. Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes or until sauce has thickened.
5. Spread 1 cup of sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
6. Layer with 6 uncooked lasagna noodles.
7. Spread half of the remaining sauce over the noodles.
8. Top with half of the ricotta cheese and half of the mozzarella cheese.
9. Repeat layers.
10. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
11. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
12. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 530
• Protein: 35 grams
• Carbohydrates: 45 grams
• Fat: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Comforting and filling
• Can be customized with different meats, cheeses, and sauces
• Easy to make with uncooked noodles
• Suitable for American taste

User Comments:

• "This lasagna was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I will definitely be making it again."
• "The uncooked noodles were a great way to cut down on prep time. The lasagna was ready in under an hour."
• "This recipe is a keeper! It's become a favorite in my family."
• "I love that this lasagna can be customized to my own taste. I added some spinach and mushrooms to mine."
• "This lasagna is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a heavy-bottomed skillet to brown the meat and prevent burning.
• Drain the excess grease from the meat before adding it to the sauce.
• Don't overcook the sauce. It should be thick and flavorful, but not too dry.
• Make sure to let the lasagna stand for 10 minutes before serving. This will help the cheese to set and prevent the noodles from becoming soggy.