Classic Italian Lasagna

INGREDIENTS

regular lasagna noodles ((or no-boil noodles))

1 lb

mozzarella cheese (, shredded)

8 oz

Parmesan cheese (, shredded)

1/2 lb

ground beef

1/2 lb

ground Italian sausage

1 tbsp

olive oil

4 cloves

garlic (, minced)

1/2

large onion (, chopped)

1 1/2 cups

fresh spinach

1/2

red or green bell pepper (, chopped)

16 oz

tomato sauce

6 oz

tomato paste

14 1/2 oz

can diced tomatoes

2 tsp

Italian seasoning

salt and pepper (, to taste)

3/4 oz

container fresh basil (, finely chopped (about 10-15 leaves))

4 tbsp

butter

1/4 cup

all-purpose flour

2 1/2 cups

milk

salt and pepper (, to taste)