Mama's Homemade Lasagna Recipe
of course it's homemade. meat or spinach
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Ingredients
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Lasagna Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Meat Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent. Add ground beef (or spinach), cook until browned. Stir in marinara sauce, season with salt, pepper, and fresh basil. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth.
- 3
Cook the Noodles
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking.
- 4
Assemble the Lasagna
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a baking dish, spread a layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Place a layer of noodles, followed by a layer of the ricotta mixture, then mozzarella cheese. Repeat layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
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Serve
Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy!