Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Easy Lasagna Recipe. Layers of rich meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella come together to create a dish that’s both satisfying and nostalgic. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, this lasagna is easily customizable to suit your taste. Whether you’re a busy weeknight warrior or hosting a cozy gathering, this recipe guarantees a warm and delicious experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 lasagna noodles (traditional or no-boil)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 15 oz ricotta cheese (whole milk preferred)
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (whole milk)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 24 oz marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh oregano, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat and mix in half of the marinara sauce; set aside.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, half of the Parmesan, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper; mix until smooth.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara on the bottom of the baking dish. Layer three lasagna noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, half of the meat sauce, and one cup of mozzarella.
- Repeat layers: noodles, remaining ricotta mixture, meat sauce, and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 20-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: <0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg