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Lasagna Recipe

Savor the Comfort: Easy Lasagna Recipe for Family Nights

Enjoy a classic homemade lasagna with layers of noodles, meat sauce, and creamy cheeses in this easy lasagna recipe.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Lasagna Noodles Essential structure for the dish
For the Meat Sauce
  • 2 lbs Ground Beef Main source of protein and flavor
  • 1 medium Onion Adds depth and sweetness to the sauce
  • 32 oz Spaghetti Sauce Provides moisture and flavor base
For the Cheese Filling
  • 16 oz Ricotta Cheese Adds creamy texture and richness
  • 3 cups Mozzarella Cheese Melts beautifully to create gooey texture
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Enhances the umami flavor of the dish

Equipment

  • large shallow dish
  • large skillet
  • 13x9 inch baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Soak the Noodles: Fill a large dish with very hot water, submerge the lasagna noodles and soak for about 15 minutes until flexible.
  2. Prepare the Meat Sauce: In a skillet, add ground beef and cook for 8-10 minutes until browned; drain excess fat, add chopped onion and sauté for 2 minutes.
  3. Combine Sauce Ingredients: Stir in spaghetti sauce and mix in ricotta cheese, heat through for 5 minutes.
  4. Prepare the Baking Dish: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the baking pan; ladle meat sauce into the pan.
  5. Layer the Lasagna: Place noodles over the sauce, add meat sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan; repeat twice more, finishing with sauce and cheese.
  6. Bake the Lasagna: Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45-55 minutes; remove foil during last 10 minutes to brown the top.
  7. Let It Rest: Allow lasagna to rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Soak noodles properly to reduce time and ensure even cooking; balance sauce and cheese to prevent excess moisture.

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