Awesome Lasagna Casserole Recipe

Ingredients for Awesome Lasagna Casserole

• Bulk Italian Sausage
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• Carrot
• Garlic Cloves
• Chicken Stock
• Tomatoes
• Tomato Sauce
• Bay Leaf
• Basil
• Campanelle Pasta
• Fresh Parsley
• Part Skim Ricotta Cheese
• Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt And Pepper

How to Make Awesome Lasagna Casserole

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain excess fat.
4. Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Mix well.
7. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
8. Layer with 1/3 of the cooked lasagna noodles, 1/2 of the ricotta mixture, and 1/3 of the mozzarella cheese.
9. Repeat layers: meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella cheese.
10. Top with remaining meat sauce, noodles, and mozzarella cheese.
11. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until bubbly and cheese is golden brown.
12. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil (optional). Serve with a side salad and Italian cheese twists.