Classic Lasagna al Forno

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-30 · Updated 2026-03-30

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Layers of tender pasta, rich meat sauce, and melted cheese baked to golden perfection for a comforting Italian dish. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 70 minutes, pairs lasagna noodles, ground beef, Italian sausage for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 500 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 40 min Serves 6 Italian cuisine 500 cal/serving

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Ingredients

9 oz lasagna noodles
1 lb ground beef
8 oz Italian sausage
1 medium, diced onion
2 cloves, minced garlic
2 cups tomato sauce
1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup, shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup, grated parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Step 1: Boil 9 oz lasagna noodles in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 2: In a skillet, cook 1 lb ground beef and 8 oz Italian sausage with 1 diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves over medium heat until browned, 8-10 minutes.
Step 3: Stir in 2 cups tomato sauce, 1 can diced tomatoes, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
Step 4: In a bowl, mix 1 cup ricotta, 1/2 cup mozzarella, and 1/4 cup parmesan. Layer 1/3 noodles, 1/3 sauce, 1/3 cheese mixture, and repeat. Top with remaining noodles and sauce.
Step 5: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.