Creating the Million Dollar Lasagna is a straightforward process when you follow these easy steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cook the Meat: In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Brown the ground beef, Italian sausage, onion, and garlic until cooked through. Drain any excess fat.

3. Prepare the Sauce: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper into the meat mixture. Simmer for about 15 minutes.

4. Boil the Noodles: Cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

5. Make the Ricotta Mixture: In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, a pinch of salt, and half of the shredded mozzarella.

6. Assemble the Lasagna: In a 9×13 inch baking dish, ladle a bit of meat sauce on the bottom, then layer 4 noodles, followed by half of the ricotta mixture, and a layer of meat sauce. Repeat this process, ending with noodles and meat sauce on top. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

7. Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil (to prevent sticking, spray foil with cooking spray). Bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

8. Cool Down: Once out of the oven, let the lasagna cool for about 15 minutes before slicing.

9. Serve: Cut into squares and serve hot, allowing the flavors to shine forth.

These steps make creating the Million Dollar Lasagna a rewarding experience, ensuring you’re well on your way to serving an unforgettable meal.