Lasagna Recipe

Lasagna Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Meat Sauce

   In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.

2. 2

   Cook the Beef

   Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.

3. 3

   Add Marinara Sauce

   Stir in the marinara sauce, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.

4. 4

   Prepare Ricotta Mixture

   In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, and fresh basil. Mix well and set aside.

5. 5

   Cook Lasagna Noodles

   In a large pot, boil water and cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

6. 6

   Layer the Lasagna

   In a baking dish, spread a layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Place three lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread half the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by a layer of mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of meat sauce and mozzarella on top.

7. 7

   Bake the Lasagna

   Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

8. 8

   Serve

   Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.