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Homemade lasagna recipe with a slice being lifted showing stretchy melted cheese and perfectly layered pasta, ricotta, and meat sauce.

Classic Homemade Lasagna

Layers of rich meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella baked to golden perfection. This comforting Italian classic is perfect for a satisfying lunch.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 Medium onion, diced
  • 4 Cloves garlic, minced
  • 24 Oz crushed tomatoes (1 can)
  • 6 Oz tomato paste
  • 2 Teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 Teaspoon salt
  • ½ Teaspoon black pepper
  • 15 Oz whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 Large egg
  • ¼ Cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 Cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 Cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 12 Lasagna noodles

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowls
  • Colander
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Boil lasagna noodles until al dente; drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
  3. Brown ground beef, drain excess fat.
  4. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and seasonings; simmer 15-20 minutes.
  5. Mix ricotta, egg, and parsley in a bowl.
  6. Layer in baking dish: sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, Parmesan, meat sauce. Repeat 3 times.
  7. Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 25 minutes.
  8. Remove foil and bake 25-30 more minutes until golden and bubbly.
  9. Rest 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.