Description
This classic homemade lasagna features layers of tender pasta, savory meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella. It’s the perfect comfort food for family dinners, meal prep, or special occasions. Simple ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and make-ahead options make this recipe foolproof and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 lasagna noodles (oven-ready or boiled)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the lasagna noodles if using traditional pasta.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onions until soft. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Brown the ground beef, drain excess fat, then stir in marinara sauce, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, Parmesan, and parsley. Stir until combined.
- Assemble the lasagna: spread a layer of meat sauce in a 9×13-inch baking dish, add noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella. Repeat layers.
- Finish with a final layer of noodles, sauce, and cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Let the lasagna rest before slicing for cleaner servings.
- Use fresh mozzarella for an extra creamy texture.
- Freeze unbaked lasagna for easy meal prep.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian