Lasagne Classico with Spinach

The real thing from my Sicilian great grandmother Sadie. I like to soak the lasagne noodles in cold water for 20 min instead of boiling them, and prefer a slightly looser lasagne so i add a little more water or broth.

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Step 1

Heat 2 tblsps olive oil in large saucepan. Saute onion & garlic over low heat until lightly brown. Add remaining sauce ingredients. Simmer, covered, 1hr.

Step 2

In large bowl, combine beef, pork, parsley, eggs, crumbs, 2 tblsps parmesan, salt & pepper. Heat remaining 2 tblsps oil in large skillet; saute meat over low heat until brown. Drain, add to sauce; simmer 15 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, in 6 qts boiling salted water, gradually add lasagne so water continues to boil. Cook 20 minutes or until tender. Drain.

Step 4

Combine filling ingredients.

Step 5

In 13" x 9" x 2 1/4" roasting pan, layer ingredients starting with sauce, then lasagne, then filling; repeat until all used, ending with sauce. Top with remaining mozzarella.

Step 6

Bake in preheated 375 degree oven for 25 minutes or until browned. Let sit 10 minutes before serving.