Lasagna Recipe
Deliciously prepared triple layer cheese lasagna. 10X20 Full Tray.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Filling
Meat Sauce
Other
Method
Preparing the Meat Sauce
- 1
Cook the Ground Beef
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- 2
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Once the beef is browned, drain any excess fat. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Allow the sauce to simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Preparing the Cheese Filling
- 3
Combine Cheese Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella (reserve some for topping), grated Parmesan, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Assembling the Lasagna
- 4
Prepare the Baking Tray
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a 10x20 full tray, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce at the bottom.
- 5
Layer the Ingredients
Place 3 sheets of lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread one-third of the cheese filling over the noodles, followed by one-third of the meat sauce. Repeat this layering process twice more, finishing with a layer of noodles topped with meat sauce.
- 6
Add Final Cheese Layer
Sprinkle the reserved shredded mozzarella over the top layer of meat sauce.
Baking the Lasagna
- 7
Cover and Bake
Cover the tray with aluminum foil, ensuring it doesn't touch the cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- 8
Uncover and Finish Baking
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- 9
Cool and Serve
Allow the lasagna to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious triple layer cheese lasagna!