Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- To make the meat sauce, brown the ground beef and chopped onion in a large pan, then drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes and season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs; simmer for at least 30 minutes.
- For the cheese mixture, combine ricotta, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan in a bowl.
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
Assembly
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Place a layer of cooked lasagna noodles over the sauce, then spread half of the cheese mixture evenly over the noodles.
- Cover the cheese with another layer of meat sauce, then repeat with more noodles, the remaining cheese mixture, and another layer of meat sauce.
- Finish with a final layer of noodles topped with the remaining meat sauce and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Baking
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving to allow it to set.
Notes
For an extra rich flavor, you can add a splash of red wine to the meat sauce while simmering. You can also add a layer of sautéed spinach for added vegetables.
