My Famous Lasagna

 How to Make It

Step 1: Prepare the Meat Sauce

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• In a large skillet, brown the ground sirloin over medium-high heat. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
• Drain excess fat, then stir in the spaghetti sauce. Simmer on low until ready to layer.

Step 2: Make the Cheese Mixture

• In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, cottage cheese, and softened cream cheese.
• Add 3 tablespoons of Parmesan and 1 teaspoon of salt.
• Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 3: Cook the Noodles

• Boil lasagna noodles according to package instructions (about 10 minutes).
• Drain and lay flat on a tray to cool and prevent sticking.

Step 4: Assemble the Lasagna

• Lightly grease a deep 9×13-inch baking dish.
• Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom.
• Layer 3 noodles, followed by ⅓ of the meat sauce and ⅓ of the cheese mixture.
• Smooth gently with a spoon.

Step 5: Add the Cheeses

• Sprinkle ⅓ of the cheddar and mozzarella over the cheese mixture.
• Add a touch of Parmesan for extra flavor.
• Repeat layers two more times, ending with noodles on top.

Step 6: Final Cheese Layer

• Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese, covering evenly.

Step 7: Bake

• Bake uncovered for 40 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
• For a crisp top, broil on low for 5–8 minutes, watching closely.

Step 8: Rest and Serve

• Let the lasagna rest for 30 minutes before slicing.
• Serve hot with garlic bread and a fresh salad.