Description
Indulge in the heartwarming comfort of Easy Classic Beef Lasagna, a no-fail recipe perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This classic dish features layers of rich meat sauce made from ground beef, creamy ricotta cheese, and gooey mozzarella that meld together to create a satisfying meal everyone will love. With its straightforward preparation, this lasagna is an excellent choice for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs alike. Plus, it’s customizable—feel free to add veggies or swap cheeses based on your preferences. Serve it with garlic bread and a fresh salad for a fabulous dinner experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 9 lasagna noodles, cooked
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté diced onion until soft. Add minced garlic and ground beef; cook until browned.
- Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese and egg until smooth.
- In a baking dish, layer meat sauce, cooked lasagna noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella cheese, repeating the process until ingredients are used up.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg