Classic Lasagna
(Lasagna Classica)
Ingredients:
1/2 of a (1 lb) package lasagna, uncooked
1 lb Italian sausage
1/2 lb ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
One 28 oz can tomatoes, cut up (undrained)
Two 6 oz cans tomato paste
2 tsp sugar
2 tsp salt
1 and 1/2 tsp basil leaves
1/2 tsp fennel seed
1/4 tsp pepper
One 15 oz container ricotta cheese
1 egg beaten
1 tbs parsley flakes
1/2 tsp salt
4 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup grated Parmigiano cheese
Directions:
Prepare the lasagna pasta according to package directions.
Drain.
In a large skillet, combine the Italian sausage, ground beef, onion, and garlic.
Cook until the sausage is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain.
Stir in the next 7 ingredients on the list.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, simmer 20 minutes.
In medium bowl, blend the ricotta, egg, parsley, and salt.
Spoon 1 and 1/2 cups of the meat sauce into a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
Layer one-third each lasagna, remaining meat sauce, ricotta mixture, mozzarella cheese, and Parmigiano cheese.
Repeat the layers. Cover.
Bake in 375°F oven for about 25-30 minutes .
Uncover, bake until hot, about another 20 minutes longer.
Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting. Serves 8-10.