Easter Lasagna Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (preferably lean)
• 1/2 pound Italian sausage (casings removed)
• 1 cup finely chopped onion
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned, with juice)
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 1/2 cup red wine (optional, for depth)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to season
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 15 ounces whole milk ricotta cheese
• 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Lasagna noodles 12 sheets (oven-ready or boiled)
• Water as needed (for boiling if not oven-ready)
• Salt 1 tablespoon (for pasta water)
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (whole milk recommended)
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese (optional for extra flavor)