Description
Layers of tender pasta, savory meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella make this classic lasagna a family favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 12 lasagna noodles, cooked
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella
- 1 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and lay them flat to prevent sticking.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with chopped onion and garlic until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, oregano, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in a baking dish.
- Layer 4 noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, one-third of the mozzarella, and enough meat sauce to cover. Repeat for a second layer.
- Finish with 4 noodles, remaining meat sauce, and mozzarella on top. Sprinkle Parmesan over all.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until golden.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
For a lighter dish, use part-skim ricotta and mozzarella. No-boil noodles may require extra sauce to maintain moisture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian