Description
A delightful layered pasta dish featuring savory meat and creamy cheeses, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (450g) dried wavy lasagna noodles, boiled to al dente
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20), browned into crumbles
- 1 tbsp (15ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium (150g) yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves (12g) garlic, minced
- 28 oz (800g) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp (30g) tomato paste
- 2 cups (480g) whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg (50g), acts as a binder
- 3 cups (300g) low-moisture shredded mozzarella cheese, divided use
- 1 cup (100g) grated parmesan cheese, divided use
- 2 tbsp (8g) fresh green parsley, finely chopped, for garnish
- 1 tsp (2g) red pepper flakes, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the noodles in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Then add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the ground beef and cook, stirring frequently, until no longer pink.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and stir in tomato paste. Allow to simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes.
- Mix the ricotta cheese, egg, and half of the grated parmesan cheese in a bowl until smooth.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a 9×13 inch baking dish, layer meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella cheese, and repeat, ending with a layer of noodles.
- Top with remaining meat sauce, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let sit for 10-15 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes.
Notes
Let the lasagna rest before slicing for easier serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg