Classic Canadian Beef Lasagna
A hearty, comforting dish featuring rich, roasted beef and layers of lasagna noodles, rich cheese and tomato sauce.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Ground Beef80/20 lean to fat ratio works best for this recipe
- ●8-10 sheets Lasagna
- ●1 cup, shredded Rich, Roasted BeefUse leftover roast beef or roast in oven at 300°F for 2-3 hours
- ●2 cups Tomato Sauce
- ●1 cup, shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- ●1/2 cup, grated Parmesan Cheese
- ●1/4 cup, chopped Basil
- ●2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- ●1 teaspoon Salt
- ●1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F.
- 2
Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions.
- 3
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 4
Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking up with a spoon as needed.
- 5
Add tomato sauce, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- 6
In a separate bowl, combine shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- 7
In a 9x13 inch baking dish, create a thin layer of tomato sauce.
- 8
Arrange 4 lasagna noodles on top of sauce.
- 9
Spread half of the ricotta cheese mixture over noodles, followed by half of the shredded cheese mixture.
- 10
Repeat the layers, starting with noodles, then sauce, then cheese.
- 11
Top with remaining cheese and cover with foil.
- 12
Bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 13
Let rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.