🍝🧀🍅 Classic Lasagna 🍽️✨

 

There's nothing quite like the comforting aroma of a freshly baked lasagna filling your home. This classic Italian dish layers rich marinara sauce, creamy cheeses, savory ground beef, and aromatic garlic and onion between sheets of tender lasagna noodles. Whether you're serving it for a cozy family dinner or a special gathering with friends, homemade lasagna is always a crowd-pleaser. Let's dive into the recipe and create a delicious masterpiece that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients:

  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

  2. Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  3. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and no longer pink, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.

  4. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.

  5. Stir in the marinara sauce and simmer the mixture for 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  6. In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta cheese and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well until smooth and creamy.

  7. To assemble the lasagna, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange a layer of cooked lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.

  8. Spread half of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles, followed by a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese.

  9. Repeat the layers: meat sauce, noodles, remaining ricotta cheese mixture, and shredded mozzarella cheese.

  10. Finish with a final layer of noodles and top with the remaining meat sauce. Sprinkle additional shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the top.

  11. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

  12. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the lasagna is hot and bubbly, and the cheese is golden and melted.

  13. Once done, remove the lasagna from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.

  14. Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving, if desired.

  15. Serve hot and enjoy the delicious layers of flavor in every bite of this homemade Lasagna!

This recipe serves 8 and is perfect for a hearty dinner any day of the week. With its layers of cheesy goodness and rich marinara sauce, Classic Lasagna is sure to become a family favorite. Buon appetito! 🇮🇹🍽️🧀

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