World's Best Lasagna
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World's Best Lasagna

12 servings
This lasagna recipe from John Chandler is our most popular recipe! With sausage, ground beef, basil, and 3 types of cheese, it lives up to its name!

Ingredients

  • sweet Italian sausage
    1 lb
  • lean ground beef
    ¾ lb
  • onion
    ½ c
  • garlic
    2 clove
  • tomatoes
    1 can
  • canned tomato sauce
    2 can
  • tomato paste
    2 can
  • water
    ½ c
  • white sugar
    2 tbsp
  • fresh parsley

    divided

    4 tbsp
  • basil leaves
    1 ½ tsp
  • salt

    divided, or

    1 ½ tsp
  • Italian seasoning
    1 tsp
  • fennel seeds
    ½ tsp
  • ground black pepper
    ¼ tsp
  • lasagna noodles
    12
  • ricotta cheese
    16 oz
  • egg
    1
  • mozzarella cheese
    ¾ lb
  • Parmesan cheese
    ¾ c

Directions

  1. 1

    Gather all your ingredients.

    Step 1
  2. 2

    Cook sausage, ground beef, onion, and garlic in a Dutch oven over medium heat until well browned.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and water. Season with sugar, 2 tablespoons parsley, basil, 1 teaspoon salt, Italian seasoning, fennel seeds, and pepper. Simmer, covered, for about 1 ½ hours, stirring occasionally.

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna noodles in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes. Drain noodles, and rinse with cold water.

    Step 4
  5. 5

    In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with egg, remaining 2 tablespoons parsley, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

    Step 5
  6. 6

    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  7. 7

    To assemble, spread 1 ½ cups of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange 6 noodles lengthwise over meat sauce, overlapping slightly. Spread with 1/2 of the ricotta cheese mixture. Top with 1/3 of the mozzarella cheese slices. Spoon 1 ½ cups meat sauce over mozzarella, and sprinkle with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.

    Step 7
  8. 8

    Repeat layers, and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil: to prevent sticking, either spray foil with cooking spray or make sure the foil does not touch the cheese.

    Step 8
  9. 9

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes.

    Step 9
  10. 10

    Rest lasagna for 15 minutes before serving.

    Step 10
World's Best Lasagna
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World's Best Lasagna

4.8(20.9k)195 min12 servings448 cal

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About this Recipe

Ready to discover the lasagna recipe that lives up to its bold name? John Chandler's "World's Best Lasagna" delivers a truly unforgettable, hearty Italian-inspired meal that's perfect for any gathering, promising an experience far beyond your expectations.

This isn't just any lasagna; it's a meticulously crafted dish that balances rich, savory flavors. The secret lies in the dynamic duo of sweet Italian sausage and lean ground beef, simmered in a robust tomato sauce. Layered with not one, but three distinct cheeses—creamy ricotta, melty mozzarella, and sharp Parmesan—every bite offers a symphony of textures and tastes. It's a publisher-tested favorite for a reason!

Prepare for a deeply satisfying, comforting experience. You'll enjoy tender lasagna noodles cradling a luscious meat sauce bursting with the fragrant notes of fresh basil, Italian seasoning, and a hint of fennel. The generous layering of cheeses melts into gooey perfection, creating a dish that's both substantial and incredibly flavorful. With a yield of 12 servings, it's designed to impress a crowd and ensure everyone leaves the table completely satisfied.

While this recipe shines as written, you can easily make it your own. For a slightly different flavor profile, you could use just lean ground beef, or lean Italian turkey sausage in place of the pork sausage. Feel free to adjust the amount of fresh parsley in the ricotta mixture for an even brighter herbaceous note. If you're out of a specific tomato product, you could adapt with a mix of crushed tomatoes and paste, keeping the total volume similar.

This magnificent lasagna is the quintessential centerpiece for special family dinners, holiday feasts, or whenever you need a show-stopping dish that feeds a crowd. Serve it with a simple green salad and crusty bread to complete a truly memorable meal.

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