Classic Lasagna
Classic Lasagna is a rich and hearty Italian baked pasta dish layered with a savory meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella cheese, perfect for a satisfying family meal.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce and chopped basil. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce. Layer 4 noodles over the sauce.
- Spread half of the ricotta cheese over the noodles, then sprinkle with one-third of the mozzarella.
- Add another layer of meat sauce, then repeat layering noodles, ricotta, and mozzarella.
- Top the final layer of noodles with remaining meat sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meat sauce or use a mix of mozzarella and provolone cheeses. Serve with a side of garlic bread and a fresh green salad.