Classic Lasagna with Meat Sauce
Classic Lasagna with Meat Sauce is a hearty and comforting dish that brings family and friends together. With layers of rich meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melty mozzarella, each slice delivers an explosion of flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this lasagna is sure to become a favorite at your table, evoking memories of love and laughter with every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 no-boil lasagna noodles
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add ground beef; cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese with one beaten egg and a pinch of salt.
- Grease a baking dish and layer noodles, meat sauce, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers, ending with mozzarella on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Allow the lasagna to rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts. Feel free to substitute ground beef with turkey or add vegetables like spinach or zucchini for added nutrition.