Classic Lasagna
A comforting classic lasagna filled with savory meat, rich cheeses, and layered pasta, perfect for family gatherings or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
- 12 sheets Lasagna Noodles, uncooked
- 1 pound Ground Beef (or ground turkey or plant-based meat)
- 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg
- 4 cups Marinara Sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Meat Sauce: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat. Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Mix the Ricotta Cheese: In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, half of the Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Lasagna: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spoon half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by a layer of mozzarella cheese and another layer of meat sauce. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of noodles topped with meat sauce and remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake the Lasagna: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Let it cool for about 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Let it rest for 10-15 minutes after baking for easier slicing. Feel free to experiment with cheese varieties for enhanced flavors.