World’s Best Lasagna: A Timeless Classic That Lives Up to Its Name
When it comes to comfort food that brings everyone to the table, few dishes can compete with a classic, homemade lasagna. Layer upon layer of rich meat sauce, creamy cheese, and perfectly cooked noodles — it’s the kind of meal that feels like a warm hug from the inside out. This World’s Best Lasagna recipe is everything you want in a traditional Italian-American favorite: hearty, flavorful, and made to feed a crowd.
Whether you’re cooking for a holiday gathering, a Sunday dinner, or simply craving the best lasagna you’ve ever made, this recipe delivers every single time.
Why It’s Called the “World’s Best”
🍅 Slow-simmered meat sauce packed with depth and richness
🧀 Creamy layers of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan
🍝 Perfectly cooked noodles that hold up beautifully
🕰️ Made-from-scratch flavor that’s worth every minute
🍽️ Great for meal prep — leftovers taste even better the next day!
Ingredients
For the Meat Sauce:
1 pound ground beef
1/2 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
2 (6 oz) cans tomato paste
1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
2 tbsp sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
2 tsp dried basil
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Cheese Layer:
15 oz ricotta cheese
1 large egg
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp fresh parsley or 1 tsp dried
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Additional:
9 lasagna noodles (regular or oven-ready)
Olive oil (for sautéing)
Extra Parmesan and parsley for garnish (optional)
How to Make the World’s Best Lasagna
Make the meat sauce:
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook ground beef, sausage, and onion over medium heat until browned. Add garlic and sauté for 1 more minute. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and seasonings. Simmer uncovered for 30–45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cook the noodles:
If using regular noodles, cook according to package directions. Drain and lay flat on parchment or foil to prevent sticking.
Mix the cheese layer:
In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, parsley, and salt.
Assemble the lasagna:
In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread 1 cup of meat sauce on the bottom.
Layer 3 noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, 1 cup mozzarella, and 1/4 cup Parmesan.
Repeat layers: sauce, noodles, remaining ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
Top with last 3 noodles, remaining meat sauce, and the rest of the mozzarella and Parmesan.
Bake:
Cover with foil (tent it so it doesn’t touch the cheese) and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Rest and serve:
Let the lasagna rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired.
Tips for Success
Simmering the sauce adds deep, developed flavor — don’t skip this step.
Make it a day ahead! Lasagna tastes even better after the flavors settle overnight.
Use a combination of meats (beef + sausage) for richer, more complex flavor.
Letting it rest before slicing keeps the layers intact.
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