Description
A delicious and hearty classic beef lasagna recipe that layers rich meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and pasta for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat; drain excess fat.
- Add marinara sauce to the beef and simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread a layer of meat sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
- Layer 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by half of the ricotta mixture, a third of the mozzarella, and a third of the Parmesan.
- Repeat the layers, finishing with noodles, remaining meat sauce, and the rest of the cheeses on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with sautéed vegetables.
- Lasagna can be assembled a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Feel free to add more cheese for a richer flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Classic Beef Lasagna, Italian Lasagna, Comfort Food