Classic Lasagna
A classic Italian dish featuring layers of lasagna noodles, rich meat sauce, and a blend of cheeses.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Ground Beef80/20 lean to fat ratio
- ●8-10 sheets Lasagna Noodles
- ●2 cups Marinara Saucehomemade or store-bought
- ●1 cup Ricotta Cheesewhole milk ricotta
- ●2 cups Mozzarella Cheeseshredded whole milk mozzarella
- ●1 cup Parmesan Cheesegrated whole milk parmesan
- ●1/4 cup Fresh Basilchopped fresh basil leaves
- ● Saltto taste
- ● Black Pepperto taste
- ●2 tablespoons Olive Oil
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 3
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 4
Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
- 5
Add marinara sauce to the skillet and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 5 minutes.
- 6
In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese. Mix well to combine.
- 7
Spread a layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- 8
Arrange 4 lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
- 9
Spread half of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles.
- 10
Sprinkle with half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 11
Repeat the layers, starting with the noodles, then the marinara sauce, then the ricotta cheese mixture, and finally the remaining mozzarella cheese.
- 12
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- 13
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 14
Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.