Delicious Meat and Cheesy Lasagna

1. In a large pot, simmer sausage, beef, onion and garlic until browned.
2. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water.
3. Season with sugar, basil, fennel, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and 2 tablespoons parsley.
4. Simmer while preparing ricotta mixture.
5. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, egg, nutmeg, and remaining 2 tablespoons parsley.
6. In a 9 x 13 baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce to cover the bottom of the dish. Arrange uncooked lasagna noodles over the top lengthwise (about 6 noodles—they will cook and become soft when baking in the oven). Spoon ricotta mixture over the noodles. Top with some mozzarella.
7. Repeat layers and top with remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese if desired.
8. When ready to serve, bake in the oven at 375 degrees for 60 minutes. Cover for 30 minutes, and uncover for the last 30 minutes.