Lasagna Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Meat Sauce
Cheese Mixture
Topping
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Lasagna 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.
Meat Sauce Preparation
- 2
Cook the Ground Beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- 3
- 4
Combine with Tomatoes and Spices
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cheese Mixture Preparation
- 5
Mix the Cheese Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Assembling the Lasagna
- 6
Layer the Ingredients
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by half of the cheese mixture and a layer of meat sauce. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of noodles and the remaining meat sauce on top.
- 7
Add Topping
Spread the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top layer of meat sauce.
Baking
- 8
Bake the Lasagna
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 9
Let it Rest
Remove the lasagna from the oven and allow it to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
