Lasagne For Heath

Name: Lasagne For Heath
Ingredients: 8 oz. (9 to 12 strips) lasagne noodles; 1 lb. lean ground beef (and Italian sausage, if desired); 2 Tbsp. olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, pressed; 2 cans tomatoes, pureed or 7 c. diced garden fresh tomatoes; 1 can tomato paste; pinch of sugar; oregano, basil, salt, pepper and bay leaves to taste; chopped bell pepper and mushrooms (optional); 16 oz. Ricotta cheese; 1 c. grated Parmesan cheese; 12 to 16 oz. sliced or shredded Mozzarella cheese; 1 slightly beaten egg (optional)

14 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

8 oz. (9 to 12 strips) lasagne noodles
1 lb. lean ground beef (and Italian sausage, if desired)
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, pressed
2 cans tomatoes, pureed or 7 c. diced garden fresh tomatoes
1 can tomato paste
pinch of sugar
oregano, basil, salt, pepper and bay leaves to taste
chopped bell pepper and mushrooms (optional)
16 oz. Ricotta cheese
1 c. grated Parmesan cheese
12 to 16 oz. sliced or shredded Mozzarella cheese
1 slightly beaten egg (optional)

Directions

1

Heat olive oil in Dutch oven over medium heat.
2

Add meat, onion and garlic.
3

Cook and stir until meat is browned.
4

Remove excess fat. Add tomato products, sugar, spices and vegetables. Cook on medium heat until sauce begins to bubble. Reduce heat and simmer 1 to 2 hours. Cook lasagne noodles al dente (about 7 minutes).