So Worth It Lasagna

Directions

1. 1
   Cook sausage, ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat in frying pan until browned.
2. 2
   Drain all liquid.
3. 3
   Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce and wine.
4. 4
   Season with sugar, basil, fennel seeds, Italian seasoning, 3/4 tablespoon salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons parsley.
5. 5
   Soak lasagna sheets in hot salted water for about 20-30 minutes
6. 6
   Drain noodles.
7. 7
   In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with egg, remaining parsley, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
8. 8
   Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
9. 9
   To assemble, spread 1 1/2 cups of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
10. 10
    Arrange 4 noodles lengthwise over meat sauce.
11. 11
    Spread with one third of the ricotta cheese mixture.
12. 12
    Sprinkle some mozzarella cheese.
13. 13
    Spoon 1 1/2 cups meat sauce over mozzarella.
14. 14
    Sprinkle with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
15. 15
    Repeat layers, rwice to make 3 layers.
16. 16
    Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
17. 17
    Cover with foil: to prevent sticking, either spray foil with cooking spray.
18. 18
    Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes.
19. 19
    Remove foil, and bake an additional 30 minutes.