Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lasagna noodles (oven-ready preferred)
- 1 lb ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 15 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or hot, removed from casings)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef and Italian sausage; cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease. Stir in crushed tomatoes and tomato sauce; simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, oregano, basil, and parsley. Mix well.
- Step 3: Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Layer 3-4 lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by half of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers: meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella cheese. Top with the remaining lasagna noodles and the remaining meat sauce. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Step 4: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the lasagna is heated through.
- Step 5: Let the lasagna stand for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Store leftover Million Dollar Lasagna in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For reheating, cover individual portions and microwave until heated through, or bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes for optimal cheesy goodness.
- Serve this decadent lasagna with a simple side salad and crusty bread for a truly satisfying meal.
- To enhance the flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meat sauce for a touch of heat, or use a blend of Italian cheeses for a more complex flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American