Name: Classic Meat Lasagna (Gluten-Free)
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Total time: 2 h 20 min
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Ingredients: 1-3/4 cups (15 oz) ricotta cheese; 2 large eggs, beaten; 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 tsp Kosher or fine sea salt; 1/2 tsp ground black pepper; 2 to 3 tbsp milk or water, if needed; 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil; 1-1/2 (16-oz) boxes lasagna noodles, gluten-free if needed; Olive oil; 1 lb mozzarella cheese, shredded, optional; 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 6 to 7 basil leaves, chopped; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 large yellow onions, trimmed and cut into 1/4-inch dice; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1 lb bulk Italian sausage, gluten-free if needed; 2 large cloves garlic, smashed, peeled, and minced; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 2 tbsp dried oregano; 3 to 4 (28-oz) containers chopped or strained tomatoes (I like Pomi brand); 1 cup water; 1 cup red wine (or more water); 4 to 5 fresh basil leaves, chopped; 1 bay leaf