Classic Beef Lasagna

Ingredients

• Pasta
• 12 pieces lasagna noodles
• Sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion (diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 lb ground beef
• 28 oz crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• Cheese Layer
• 15 oz ricotta cheese
• 1 large egg
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 0.5 cups parmesan cheese (grated)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
3. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
4. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the sauce for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, parsley, half of the mozzarella, and half of the parmesan. Mix well.
6. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Add a layer of noodles, then a layer of ricotta mixture, then sauce. Repeat layers, finishing with sauce.
7. Top with remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
8. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned.
9. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition per Serving