Most Satisfying Classic Lasagna

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

Layers of rich tomato sauce, tender meat, and creamy béchamel create this timeless Italian comfort dish. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 85 minutes, pairs lasagna sheets, ground beef, Italian sausage for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 8, 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.

Ingredients

• 12 lasagna sheets
• 1 lb ground beef
• 8 oz Italian sausage
• 1 small, diced onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 cups tomato sauce
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp flour
• 1 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a skillet, cook 1 lb ground beef and 8 oz Italian sausage with 1 small diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Add 2 cups tomato sauce, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1/2 cup beef broth, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, melt 2 tbsp butter. Whisk in 2 tbsp flour until a roux forms. Gradually add 1/2 cup milk, stirring until thickened.
4. Step 4: Layer lasagna sheets in a 9x13-inch dish. Spread 1/2 of the meat sauce, then 1/2 of the béchamel, followed by 1/2 cup Parmesan. Repeat layers and top with remaining sauce and Parmesan.
5. Step 5: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until bubbly. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.