Classic Italian Lasagna
A traditional Italian dish made with layers of ground beef, lasagna noodles, and a blend of cheeses. A classic comfort food that's sure to please.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Ground Beef80/20 ground beef
- ●8-10 sheets Lasagna Noodlesdried
- ●2 cups Exquisite Tomato Saucehomemade or store-bought
- ●16 ounces Gooey Ricotta Cheesewhole milk ricotta
- ●2 teaspoons Italian Seasoningdried
- ●8 ounces Mozzarella Cheeseshredded
- ●1 cup Parmesan Cheeseshaved or grated
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, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
- 4
Stir in Italian seasoning and cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Add the tomato sauce to the skillet and stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- 7
Spread a layer of the tomato sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange 4 lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
- 8
Spread half of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles, followed by half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 9
Repeat the layers, starting with the noodles, then the tomato sauce, then the remaining ricotta cheese mixture, and finally the remaining mozzarella cheese.
- 10
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- 11
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 12
Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.