Lasagna Mia Recipe
Marinara, Lasagna and Mozzarella.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Marinara Sauce
Cheese Layer
Method
Preparation
- 1
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Add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir well to combine.
- 3
Bring the sauce to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Assembly
- 5
Layer the Lasagna
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
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Place 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by half of the ricotta mixture, and a third of the mozzarella cheese.
- 7
Repeat the layers: add another layer of marinara sauce, 3 lasagna noodles, the remaining ricotta mixture, and another third of the mozzarella cheese.
- 8
Top with the last 3 lasagna noodles, the remaining marinara sauce, and the rest of the mozzarella cheese.
Baking
- 9
Bake the Lasagna
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil (to prevent sticking, you can spray the foil with cooking spray). Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- 10
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- 11
Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.