How to Make Beef & Cheese Lasagna | Food Wishes

Chef John shares the recipes for his favorite Italian-American Christmas dish - Beef & Cheese Lasagna.

*Ingredients (for a deep 15" x 10" lasagna pan):*
For the meat sauce:
1 pound Italian sausage
1 1/2 pound lean ground beef
8 oz mushrooms, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
6 cups marinara sauce
1/2 cup water
Note: depending on the seasoning of your sausage, you can add 1/2 teaspoon of an Italian dried herb blend.
*For the cheese filling:*
2 egg, beaten
2 lbs ricotta cheese
8 oz mozzarella cheese, cubed
2/3 cup freshly grated Reggiano-Parmigiano
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
big pinch of cayenne
*The rest:*
1 lb lasagna noodles
8 oz mozzarella cheese, torn in small pieces
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese to top

How to Make Beef & Cheese Lasagna | Food Wishes

[luischirinos]

10 years after here I am watching this video, this man has one of the best cooking channels on youtube

[hausenko]

I’ve been making this exact recipe for the past 10 years, it has become part of our family Christmas dinner tradition ❤

[LawrenceGerman]

All 8 years later, this recipe is still relevant. Thanks for the post.

[azaanow]

I used the exact measurements but only got 1 portion

[bridgetkennedy]

I have made this twice. Once in 2013 as part of a lasagna contest which I won. And once last week for a friend who had a death in the family. No food can heal grief but I think this comes close. Seriously A+. I'm going to have to make it again soon.

[mikegeee]

Wow...I was cooking your recipes back in 2010. I was with my ex and she loved your recipes. Fast forward 13 years later, I'm married to someone else with twins and everyone still loves your recipes. Just so you know, you've given many of us lifetime memories....thank you❤️

[fatearamines]

Sir, I need to sit you down and talk to you! This is absolutely delicious. I am so happy with the outcome. I've made lasagna in the past but haven't made it in years. Made this at 11pm and am sitting in bed at 2am enjoying this hearty meal. I work nights so this is normal for me. The only ingredient I didn't have was the Italian parsley. Fantastic. Thank you!!

[angelonicassio]

Been watching this guy forever…. He just always knows the authentic truth about food. Never missed.

[fannyizazaga]

He sounds like Garfield and he's makin lasagna. 😁

[scottjgillishere]

Wow 11 years later and I’m still watching this video, , I love the lasagna and make it often..

[rimantebikeyogadesert]

I did it at least 5 times already, it never failed to kick ass! Everyone who tried loved it! Thank you!

[ishanisasdev]

This video is 10 years old but it’s still timeless because Chef Johns puns are on point

[thrashtildeth]

I made this for my family today for Christmas Eve. They loved it! Thank you, Chef John. You taught me how to cook! I show your channel to every foodie I know! I even got my mom hooked on your recipes! Have a merry Christmas!

[karenwoodruff]

This was the by far the tastiest lasagna recipe I’ve ever tried!!!! Thank you for sharing your recipe! I added fresh basil along with the parsley to the cheese mixture & red bell pepper to the meat sauce. This is one yummy lasagna!!! Again, thank you!

[dbw]

Wow!!! I made this with all ground beef and all of the mentioned fresh cheeses and it was without a doubt the best Lasagna I have eaten in my life! And this was the first Lasagna I have ever made. My sister has made Lasagna for years for our family gatherings and I have eaten Lasagna at fine Italian restaurants as well. And I still stick to my claim as this one being THE BEST LASAGNA I have ever had. Ingredients matter. If you're going to go to the trouble and expense of making this Lasagna, do yourself a favor and go that extra mile. Buy the good fresh soft mozzarella, reggiano parmigiano, a nice quality marinara sauce and whole milk ricotta cheese. The results will speak for itself! I bought a nice Pfaltzgraff Lasagna pan prior to searching and finding this extraordinary recipe. Thank you very much Chef John for this amazing recipe. If I could attach photos I would be happy to. Deb

[IsaacNoles]

Never cooked in my 42 yrs. Chef John has inspired me. Thank you!!!

[dac]

I usually make a labor intensive Lasagna Bolognese. I saw your recipe for this sausage and beef lasagna and thought I would give it a try. I have made several of your recipes through the years so I knew it had to be pretty good.

It is fantastic! A lot less labor intensive than a classic Bolognese with bechamel sauce but it did not lack for flavor or texture. My wife said it is 'delicious'.

Thanks, Chef John!

[Dulce-cmkx]

This IS by far the best lasagna recipe ever!!!
My family's favorite. 🍝🍴

[Nicolee]

I made this recipe years ago and it was a hit. I always wanted to make lasagna and this channel, provided me the confidence to make it. Much appreciation & fond memories.

[dilmagomez]

I made this 2 years ago I believe and followed all your instructions and it came out real delicious!, it was my very first time doing lasagna!, thanks for sharing your recipe!!