Hearty Italian Sausage and Beef Lasagna with Herb-Infused Tomato Sauce

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Hearty Italian Sausage and Beef Lasagna with Herb-Infused Tomato Sauce brings rich, robust flavors to your table. This non-vegetarian Italian classic features layers of tender lasagna noodles, seasoned ground beef, and Italian sausage, all enveloped in a fragrant tomato sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or meal prep, this dish is versatile enough for any occasion.

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Overview

This elevated classic lasagna recipe combines the rich flavors of Italian sausage and ground beef with a herb-infused tomato sauce, layered with creamy ricotta and gooey mozzarella. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this dish is a comforting delight that tastes even better the next day.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Eggs, Gluten

Cuisine

Italian

Serving Size: 10

Cooking Time: 145 minutes

Ingredients

• 9 Pieces lasagna noodles
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) olive oil
• 1 Pound (lb) ground beef
• 1 Pound (lb) bulk Italian sausage
• 4 15 Ounces (oz) tomato sauce, packaged
• 1 16 Ounces (oz) sliced mushrooms, drained
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) garlic salt
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) dried oregano
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) dried thyme
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) dried basil
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 15 Ounces (oz) ricotta cheese, packaged
• 3 Large eggs, whisked
• 0.33 Cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 Pound (lb) mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage until browned. Drain excess fat.
3. Stir in the tomato sauce, drained mushrooms, garlic salt, oregano, thyme, and basil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the lasagna noodles and a tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking. Cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
5. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, whisked eggs, and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
6. To assemble the lasagna, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by 1/4 of the mozzarella cheese. Spoon 1/3 of the meat sauce over the mozzarella. Repeat the layering process two more times, finishing with the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
7. Cover the baking dish with foil to prevent the cheese from browning too quickly. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
8. Allow the lasagna to rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing and serving. This resting period helps the layers set and makes serving easier.

Enjoy your delicious, savory Italian Sausage and Beef Lasagna with Herb-Infused Tomato Sauce!