Dutch Oven Lasagna – Stove Top Lasagna

Ingredients

For the Sauce:

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Layers:

  • 8 oz lasagna noodles (uncooked, broken into thirds)
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
PREPARATION