The Best Lasagna Recipe
A comforting homemade lasagna filled with rich marinara, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella that brings warmth and happiness to any meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Beef, Vegetarian Option Available
Ingredients
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- Lasagna noodles (no-boil or traditional)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey/plant-based alternative)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 48 ounces marinara sauce
- Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 egg
- 1 ½ cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan over medium heat, add ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the meat is browned and onions are translucent.
- Pour in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and fresh parsley. Let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- In a medium bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, and a dash of salt and pepper until well combined.
- Shred mozzarella in a bowl for layering.
- In a large baking dish, spread a thin layer of sauce, then layer noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Repeat layers until the top.
- Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let it sit for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a crispier top, consider broiling for 1-2 minutes at the end. Best served with a salad and garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
