Classic Lasagna

Makes 8 servings

ingredients

1 lb. ground beef
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons salad or olive oil
1 can (1 pound) tomatoes
2 cans (6 oz each) tomato paste
2 cups water
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon oregano leaves
1/2 package (8 oz) Mueller’s lasagna
1 pound ricotta cheese
8 oz. Mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

directions

In large pan, lightly brown beef and onion in oil. Add tomatoes (put through blender or cut with edge of spoon), paste, water, parsley, salt, sugar, garlic powder, pepper, and oregano; simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes. Meanwhile cook lasagna as directed; drain. In 13x9x2" baking pan, spread about 1 cup sauce. Then alternate layers of lasagne, sauce, ricotta, Mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese, ending with sauce, Mozzarella, and Parmesan. Bake at 350° for 40 to 50 minutes until lightly browned and bubbling. Allow to stand for 15 minutes; cut in squares to serve.

Source: Katy Banagan