Description

Turn your kitchen into a cozy Italian eatery with this Maggiano’s Style Lasagna, a restaurant-worthy classic that’s big on flavor and family appeal. Layers of rich beef and sausage tomato sauce, creamy ricotta, and perfectly melted mozzarella make it a must-try for pasta lovers. Ideal for easy dinner ideas, meal prep, or hearty gatherings, this easy recipe captures the warmth of home-cooked tradition with a delicious twist. Whether you’re craving comfort food, looking for healthy snacks for leftovers, or need quick dinner recipes—this lasagna delivers.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef

1/2 pound Italian sausage

1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese

1 egg

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

9 lasagna noodles, cooked or oven-ready

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon sugar

1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

1. In a large pot, cook the ground beef and sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain the excess grease.

2. Add onion and garlic; cook until softened and fragrant.

3. Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, and sugar. Simmer for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, parsley, Parmesan, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.

5. Preheat oven to 375°F. Spread a layer of meat sauce in a 9×13″ baking dish.

6. Add noodles, then ricotta mixture, followed by mozzarella. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, ending with sauce and mozzarella.

7. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden.

8. Let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Letting the lasagna rest after baking helps it set and slice cleanly.

Use fresh mozzarella or whole milk mozzarella for best melting and flavor.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 520
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 760mg
Fat: 29g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: easy dinner, lasagna, Maggiano’s lasagna, Italian lasagna, pasta bake