Lasagna Casserole

Name: Lasagna Casserole with Ground Beef and Sausage
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 15 servings
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef; 2 lbs ground Italian sausage; salt, to taste; 1/4 cup Italian seasoning; 2 (28 oz) cans diced tomatoes; 3 lbs whole milk ricotta cheese; 2 large eggs; 1 tsp black pepper; 1.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided; 6 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided; 1 cup fresh basil, chopped; 2 lbs lasagna noodles; 2 tbsp olive oil

This Lasagna Casserole combines ground beef and Italian sausage in a rich tomato sauce with creamy ricotta and mozzarella, baked until bubbly. The chopped noodles create a rustic texture that's easier to serve and share than traditional layered lasagna.

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Total

1h

Servings

15

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$25–$41

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Ingredients

2 lbs ground beef
2 lbs ground Italian sausage
salt, to taste
1/4 cup Italian seasoning
2 (28 oz) cans diced tomatoes
3 lbs whole milk ricotta cheese
2 large eggs
1 tsp black pepper
1.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided
6 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup fresh basil, chopped
2 lbs lasagna noodles
2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1
In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and ground sausage, breaking it up with a spoon.
2
Season the meat with salt and Italian seasoning. Continue to cook until no longer pink.
3
Add the diced tomatoes to the pot, stir to combine, and let the sauce simmer.
4
While the sauce simmers, prepare the ricotta mixture. In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, eggs, black pepper, 1 cup of grated Parmesan, 2 cups of shredded mozzarella, and chopped fresh basil. Mix well.
5
Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain well.
6
On a cutting board, roughly chop the cooked lasagna noodles.
7
In a very large mixing bowl, combine the chopped noodles and the meat sauce.
8
Add the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan and 2 cups of mozzarella cheese to the noodle and sauce mixture. Mix everything together until well combined.
9
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
10
Grease a large, rimmed baking sheet with olive oil.
11
Pour the pasta mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it into an even layer.
12
Dollop the ricotta cheese mixture evenly over the top of the pasta.
13
Sprinkle the top with the remaining 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese.
14
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, golden brown, and bubbly.
15
Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before cutting and serving. Garnish with extra Parmesan if desired.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Brown the beef and sausage separately or together, then drain excess fat before adding tomatoes to avoid a greasy sauce.
Chop the lasagna noodles into 2–3 inch pieces after cooking to ensure even distribution and easier serving.
Reserve 1 cup of the meat sauce to swirl on top before baking for visual appeal and extra flavor on the crust.
Let the casserole rest 10 minutes after baking so the cheese sets and slices hold together cleanly.

Substitutions

Ground beef + ground Italian sausage → ground turkey or ground chicken (reduces fat; use 3 lbs total and add 1 tbsp olive oil)
Whole milk ricotta → Greek yogurt (use 2.5 lbs; reduces richness slightly)
Diced canned tomatoes → tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes (use 5–6 cups total; adjust seasoning)
Parmesan → Pecorino Romano (sharper flavor; use same amount)

Storage & make-ahead

Store covered in the refrigerator up to 4 days. Reheat covered at 350°F for 20–25 minutes, or microwave individual portions. Freezes well unbaked or baked for up to 3 months.