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Homemade Lasagna

Homemade lasagna is the ultimate comfort food with rich layers of meat, gooey cheese, and flavorful marinara, perfect for family dinners or celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 330
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Lasagna Ingredients
  • 9 pieces lasagna noodles Use gluten-free noodles if necessary.
  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese Use vegan ricotta for a plant-based version.
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded Freshly grated cheese is recommended.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups marinara sauce You can use jarred sauce.
  • 1 piece egg Optional for binding; can be skipped for vegan version.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, tossing with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  3. In a large skillet, combine ground beef and minced garlic over medium heat. Cook until the beef is browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in marinara sauce, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 15 minutes.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, and half of the Parmesan cheese.
  6. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer meat sauce, noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, one-third of mozzarella, and repeat layers, finishing with noodles covered with meat sauce and remaining cheeses.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  8. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Notes

This lasagna pairs well with a fresh garden salad or garlic bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.