Easy Lasagna Creamy Meat (Print Format)
Tender noodles layered with creamy ricotta, mozzarella, and a flavorful meat sauce for satisfying Italian comfort.
# Ingredients:
→ Cheese Filling
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15 oz. ricotta cheese
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1 large egg
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2 cups mozzarella cheese
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¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon pepper
→ Meat Sauce
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 yellow onion, finely diced
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¾ lb. ground beef
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¾ lb. ground Italian sausage
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup chicken broth
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40 oz. marinara sauce
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
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1 teaspoon hot sauce
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
→ Lasagna Noodles/Cheese Topping
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12 lasagna noodles (plus extra for breakage)
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2.5 cups mozzarella cheese
# Steps:
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Combine the cheese filling ingredients in a medium bowl and set aside. Measure out remaining ingredients.
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Heat olive oil over medium heat and add the diced onions. Let them soften for 10 minutes. Add the ground beef and sausage, breaking up the meat into fine crumbles. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through. Add garlic during the last minute. Drain excess grease. Add chicken broth and deglaze the pot. Stir in marinara sauce, tomato paste, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and let it cook partially covered while you prepare the noodles.
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook lasagna noodles to al dente, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Drain and rinse with cold water. Lay noodles flat on parchment paper to cool.
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Spread 1 heaping cup of meat sauce on the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish. Place 4 lasagna noodles on top, slightly overlapping if needed. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by 1 ½ cups of meat sauce. Repeat the layers two more times. Finish with remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
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Spray foil with nonstick cooking spray and cover the baking dish. Bake for 35 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Let the lasagna rest for 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
# Tips:
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Ensure the lasagna cools for 15 minutes to set the layers.
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This recipe is make-ahead and freezer-friendly.