Baked Lasagna Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Meat Sauce
Cheese Mixture
Topping
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Noodles
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lasagna noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Make the Meat Sauce
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Assembly
- 4
Layer the Ingredients
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Place 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread half of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles, followed by a third of the meat sauce. Sprinkle with 1/3 of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers: noodles, remaining ricotta mixture, half of the meat sauce, and another 1/3 of the mozzarella. Top with remaining noodles, meat sauce, and final layer of mozzarella cheese.
Baking
- 5
Bake the Lasagna
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden. Let it cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
