Classic Italian Lasagna
A classic Italian dish made with layers of pasta, meat sauce, and melted cheese.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound ground beef80% lean
- ●8-10 lasagna noodles pasta
- ●2 cups marinara sauce
- ●1 cup ricotta cheese
- ●2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ●1 cup parmesan cheese
- ●1/4 cup fresh basilchopped
- ●1 tablespoon italian seasoning
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions.
- 3
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
- 4
Add the marinara sauce to the skillet and stir to combine.
- 5
In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, and italian seasoning.
- 6
Spread a layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- 7
Arrange 4 lasagna noodles on top of the meat sauce.
- 8
Spread half of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles.
- 9
Sprinkle with half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 10
Repeat the layers, starting with the meat sauce, noodles, ricotta cheese mixture, and mozzarella cheese.
- 11
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- 12
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 13
Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.