Description
A comforting classic lasagna recipe loaded with rich layers of cheese and hearty beef, perfect for family gatherings and cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups marinara sauce
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, then drain any excess fat.
- Combine the ricotta cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl, mixing until smooth.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Layer 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by half of the ricotta mixture, half of the ground beef, and a third of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat this process.
- End with the remaining noodles and a generous topping of marinara sauce.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes; then remove the foil and continue baking for another 25 minutes.
- Let it cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Make ahead of time by assembling the lasagna the night before and refrigerating it. If frozen, it may need additional baking time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg