Lasagna Recipe

This homemade lasagna is warm, comforting, and layered with rich flavors that make every bite satisfying.

Ingredients

• 9–12 lasagna noodles
• 1 lb (450g) ground beef (or sausage)
• 1 jar (24 oz / ~700g) marinara sauce
• 1 can (14–15 oz) crushed tomatoes (optional, for extra sauce)
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the noodles
   • Boil according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Make the meat sauce
   • Cook ground beef in a pan over medium heat until browned.
   • Add garlic, cook 1 minute.
   • Stir in marinara sauce (and crushed tomatoes if using).
   • Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
   • Simmer for ~10 minutes.
3. Mix the cheese filling
   • In a bowl, combine ricotta, egg, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
4. Layer the lasagna (in a baking dish)
   • Spread a little sauce on the bottom
   • Layer noodles
   • Add meat sauce
   • Add ricotta mixture
   • Sprinkle mozzarella
   • Repeat layers (usually 3 total), finishing with mozzarella on top
5. Bake
   • Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes
   • Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until bubbly
6. Rest & serve
   • Let it sit for 10 minutes before cutting (this helps it hold together).

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: ~580
• Protein: 32g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fat: 28g