Mother's Baked Lasagna

prep time:: 2 hours
total time:: 2 1/2 hours

This looks more complicated than it is. But who doesn’t want a fabulous lasagna every now and then. Dive in and you’ll enjoy the rewards.

ingredients

1/2 lb, Ground Beef
1/2 lb, Italian Sausage
1/3 c, Onion, Chopped
1/4 teaspoon, Garlic Powder
4 T, Parsley
1/2 c, Water
1/4 c, Salad Oil
3 teaspoons, Oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons, Basil
3 teaspoons, Salt
1/4 teaspoon, Pepper
1/8 teaspoon, Red Pepper
1 teaspoon, Garlic Powder
2 T, Parmesan Cheese
12 oz, Tomato Paste
16 oz, Tomato Sause
1 lb, Sliced Mozzarella
1 lb, Lasagna Noodles
1 c, Parmesan Cheese

directions

1
In a skillet brown both meats, drain and remove grease and set aside.
2
Saute the chopped onion and parsley, then cook until tender.
3
Add: water, oil, oregano, basil, salt both peppers and garlic powder, parmesan, tomato paste and tomato sauce. Add the meat into the sauce mixture and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
4
Lightly grease a casserole dish.
5
Boil 1/2 package of noodles just slightly. Drain off water and then rinse in cold water.
6
Begin layering in your pan, noodles, then mozzerella, sauce, then parmesan. Repeat layers until full, top with sauce and mozzerella.
7
Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.
8
Let the lasagna stand for 10 minutes before serving.

notes

You can make the sauce the day before for quick assembly. This is also a freezable dinner. Do not bake the lasagna, cool it down, cover and freeze for a fast dinner. Throw it in the oven frozen and increase your cooking time. Cook until bubbly.

Source: Sarah Wanck - By Mother