AMERICAN LASAGNA

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I love lasagna because it is so saucy, rich and comforting and this recipe is no exception! There's no Italian sausage in it making it "American". I found this recipe online. Hope you'll give it a try!

Provided by Karamia

Categories     Meat

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons brown sugar, not packed down
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
28 ounces diced tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
9 -12 dry lasagna noodles
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 pint part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 lb mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown ground beef, onions and garlic; drain fat.
  • Stir in basil, oregano, brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, diced tomatoes and tomatoes paste. Simmer for 30-40 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Add lasagna noodles and cook for 5-8 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together eggs, ricotta, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  • Layer 1/3 of noodles (3-4) in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover noodles with 1/2 of ricotta mixture, 1/2 of mozzarella and 1/3 of sauce. Repeat. Top with remaining noodles and sauce. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons Parmesan.
  • Bake for 30 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 715.9, Fat 39.7, SaturatedFat 20.9, Cholesterol 237.9, Sodium 2538.8, Carbohydrate 32.5, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 18.4, Protein 58.5

Sherry Hall
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This lasagna recipe is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


MD Vai
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I'm not a huge fan of lasagna, but this recipe was surprisingly good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Sabin Basnet
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This recipe is a lifesaver! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Alaina Huskey
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The lasagna was a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


Kev B
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This recipe is definitely a winner! I'll be adding it to my regular rotation.


Tanin Ahmed
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I've made this lasagna recipe many times, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Lorine Immeldah
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This lasagna was a bit too heavy for my taste. I think I'll try a lighter recipe next time.


Evelyn Yang
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I'm a vegetarian, so I used tofu instead of ground beef in this recipe. It turned out great!


Mansoor khan Afghan
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This is the easiest lasagna recipe I've ever tried. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Sonya Johnston
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Status Hub
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The lasagna was a bit too salty for my taste.


Kakai Emmanuel
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


yislim gaming
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Not bad, but I've had better.


LaToya Everhart
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Followed the recipe and it was delicious!


Ghulam Kibriya
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This is the best lasagna recipe I've ever tried! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the lasagna turned out perfectly. It was cheesy, flavorful, and absolutely delicious.


Samara MW
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I tried this recipe and it was just okay. The flavor was good, but the lasagna was a bit dry. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Shivan Namutebi
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This recipe was a disappointment. The sauce was bland, and the lasagna noodles were overcooked. I would not recommend this recipe.


Jfc Alam.
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I've made this lasagna recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to follow, and the results are delicious. Highly recommend!


Michael Barbosa
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The lasagna turned out great! I made it for my friends, and they all loved it. The cheese was perfectly melted and gooey, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy.


Kennedy Chinedu
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OMG! This lasagna was a hit at our family dinner last night! Everyone raved about it, and my kids even went back for seconds. Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe.


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