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Simple Homemade Lasagna

Simple Homemade Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that brings warmth and comfort to the table with layers of rich tomato sauce, creamy cheese, and perfectly cooked pasta.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Italian
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pot

Ingredients
  

Lasagna Noodles

  • 12 sheets Lasagna Noodles Regular or no-boil noodles.

Ground Beef

  • 1 pound Ground Beef Browned and cooked until no longer pink.

Tomato Sauce

  • 3 cups Tomato Sauce Use high-quality or homemade sauce.

Ricotta Cheese

  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Mix with egg and herbs.

Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese For topping.

Parmesan Cheese

  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For layering and topping.

Egg

  • 1 Egg To mix with ricotta.

Italian Seasoning

  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning For flavoring the sauce and ricotta.

Salt and Pepper

  • Salt To taste.
  • Black Pepper To taste.

Fresh Basil

  • 1 handful Fresh Basil Leaves Chopped, for garnish.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.
  • Pour in tomato sauce, stir in 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  • If using regular noodles, cook them in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, a third of the mozzarella, and meat sauce. Repeat layers.
  • For the final layer, add remaining noodles, meat sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese on top.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  • Let cool for 15 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
  • Serve with a side salad or garlic bread.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Keyword Comfort Food, Easy