Sausage Lasagna

10 mins
45 mins
Portions: 6-8

Buon appetito

Ah, the allure of Italian cuisine is a siren song beckoning to all who seek comfort and flavor. And when you add a touch of Johnsonville magic to the mix, that culinary comfort reaches new heights, like a Tuscan sunset painting the sky in shades of gold.

Imagine this: tender layers of lasagna noodles nestled in a pan, caressed by the unmistakable essence of Johnsonville sausage. Each forkful is a journey through the heart of Italy, a symphony of flavors and textures that dance on your palate like a Venetian masquerade ball.

So, whether you find yourself in the heart of Tuscany or the streets of Sheboygan County, our Italian Sausage Lasagna will transport you to a place of pure gastronomic bliss. Don your apron, gather ingredients, and prepare for a culinary adventure. It’s time to indulge in the warmth and comfort of our Johnsonville-infused lasagna. Buon appetito!

Ingredients

  • Ingredient Swap

    1 package (19 ounces) Johnsonville Mild Italian Mild Sausage, casings removed

  • Ingredient Swap

    1 teaspoon dried oregano

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Toss with 2 tablespoons oil and set aside.
  3. In a medium skillet, cook and crumble sausage in 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat until browned and fully cooked; 7-10 minutes.
  4. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender; about 4 minutes.
  5. Add marinara sauce to sausage mixture; set aside.
  6. In a medium bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, egg, ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese and chopped spinach; set aside.
  7. In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spread 1 cup of sausage mixture on the bottom.
  8. Top with 3 lasagna noodles. Spread ¼ of the ricotta cheese mixture on noodles; layer with 1 cup sausage mixture. Sprinkle ½ cup Italian cheese over mixture. Repeat this process three more times, starting with noodles and finish with remaining ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, sprinkle with oregano.
  9. Bake until hot and bubbly; about 45 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.
Pin Recipe

Leave a Comment

Let us know what you think!

Keep It Fun. Keep It Together.

Keep your plates full, keep your tables fuller, and whatever you do, don’t forget to keep it juicy.