This is a classic American style Lasagna recipe that my mom has been making since before I can remember and it has always been one of my favorites. Don’t try to compare this to an authentic Italian Lasagna with béchamel sauce, but if you looking for a great and simple classic recipe that the whole family will love – this is it.
I was motivated to cook this today because one of my cousins just had her fourth child and I signed up to take a meal over. I was trying to think of what would be good for a family of 6 with lots of little ones and lasagna seemed an obvious choice. Complete this meal with a green salad and some bread and it is sure to be a hit!
Simple Homemade Lasagna
August 20, 2017
: 6-8
Simple Homemade Lasagna - A Family Classic
Ingredients
- Sauce:
- 1 to 1 1/2 Pounds Ground Sirloin
- 1 Teaspoon Parsley, chopped
- 1 Teaspoon Basil, chopped
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- Pepper to taste
- 1 Bay Leaf
- 1 - 12oz. Can of Tomato Paste
- 1 - 28oz Can of Crushed Tomatoes
- Other Ingredients:
- Lasagna Noodles
- 3 Cups Cottage Cheese
- 2 Beaten Eggs
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 Teaspoon Pepper
- 2 Tablespoons Parsley, chopped
- 1/2 Cup Parmesan Cheese, grated or shredded
- 1/2 Pound Mozzarella Cheese, grated
Directions
- Step 1 Preheat oven to 375 Degrees.
- Step 2 Prepare sauce first. Brown the meat and drain. Next, add all sauce ingredients in order and allow the sauce to simmer. Remove the bay leaf before adding to Lasagna.
- Step 3 Prepare the lasagna noodles al dente and set aside.
- Step 4 Mix all other ingredients in order in a medium large bowl.
- Step 5 In a large casserole dish, layer 1/2 noodles, 1/2 cheese mixture, 1/2 sauce and repeat.
- Step 6 Cook for 30 – 35 Minutes or until bubbling.
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Can’t wait to try this on Joe. Yes, no more Stouffer’s!