Classic Lasagna
Classic Lasagna
Simple and classic. This lasagna is a traditional favorite at every family gathering.
cooking information
prep. time:
15 min
cook time:
50 min
serving information
serves:
12
Ingredients
- 1 jar (24 oz.) Classico® Florentine Spinach and Cheese Pasta Sauce
- 8 lasagna noodles
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 4 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1 lb. sweet or hot Italian-style bulk sausage
- 15 oz. Ricotta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven 350°F. Cook pasta al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. In a medium bowl, mix together Ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs and 1 cup of Mozzarella cheese, and set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium high heat, brown sausage for 4 to 6 minutes, or until cooked through, stirring until small crumbles form.
- Spread 1 cup of pasta sauce evenly over the bottom of a 13x9 baking dish. Layer with 1/2 of cooked lasagna noodles, 1/2 of Ricotta cheese mixture, 1/2 of cooked sausage, 1/2 of remaining pasta sauce and 1/2 of remaining Mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake uncovered for about 40 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Tips
If desired, substitute Classico® Florentine Spinach & Cheese Pasta Sauce with Classico Fire Roasted Tomato & Garlic Pasta Sauce.