Lasagna Recipe
Make Lasagna Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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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 lasagna noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Make the Meat Sauce
In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.
Assembly and Baking
- 4
Layer the Lasagna
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Layer 4 noodles over the sauce, followed by one-third of the ricotta cheese mixture, one-third of the meat sauce, and one-third of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers two more times, finishing with a layer of noodles and the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
- 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 bubbly and golden. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.