Homemade Beef Lasagna Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meat Sauce
Cheese Mixture
Lasagna Assembly
Method
Meat Sauce Preparation
- 1
Cook the Beef
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add Ground Beef
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 7-10 minutes.
- 3
Mix in Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the sauce for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cheese Mixture Preparation
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix until well blended and set aside.
Lasagna Assembly
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 6
Layer the Ingredients
In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Place 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, then spread one-third of the cheese mixture over the noodles. Add another layer of meat sauce, followed by 4 more noodles and another third of the cheese mixture. Repeat this process once more, finishing with a layer of noodles topped with the remaining meat sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 7
Bake the Lasagna
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 8
Cool and Serve
Allow the lasagna to cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
