Classic Italian Lasagna
Layers of pasta, rich sauce, and a blend of cheeses create a delicious Italian dish.
Ingredients
- ●8-10 sheets Lasagna pastawide flat noodles
- ●2 cups Italian tomato saucehomemade or store-bought
- ●1 cup Ricotta cheesedairy or vegan alternative
- ●1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheesedairy or vegan alternative
- ●1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheesedairy or vegan alternative
- ●1/4 cup chopped Fresh basiloptional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Cook lasagna pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- 3
In a large skillet, heat Italian tomato sauce over medium heat.
- 4
Combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Mix well.
- 5
Spread a layer of tomato sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- 6
Arrange 4 lasagna sheets on top of the sauce.
- 7
Spread half of the cheese mixture over the pasta.
- 8
Repeat the layers: tomato sauce, lasagna sheets, and cheese mixture.
- 9
Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and chopped basil (if using).
- 10
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- 11
Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.