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Basic Lasagna Recipe

A classic Italian dish that brings comfort with layers of rich flavors, gooey cheese, and satisfying textures.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling noodles
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet for cooking meat
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of the baking dish. Layer 4 noodles, half the ricotta mixture, half the meat, and a third of the mozzarella.
  6. Continue layering with another layer of noodles, remaining ricotta, remaining meat, and another third of mozzarella. Top with the final layer of noodles, remaining sauce, and all the mozzarella.
  7. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
  8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
  9. Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

This dish can be customized with various vegetables or meats.