Classic Lasagna Recipe
400kcal
Ingredients
For the Meat Sauce
- 1 pound Ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey
- 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onions work best
- 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic recommended
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes San Marzano tomatoes recommended
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste Adds richness
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano Italian seasoning can be used as a substitute
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil Fresh basil can be added for freshness
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil Extra virgin is recommended
For the Cheese Mixture
- 15 ounces Ricotta cheese Can substitute with cottage cheese
- 1 large Egg Can be omitted for vegetarian option
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated preferred
- 2 tablespoons Dried parsley Fresh parsley can be used
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
For the Lasagna Assembly
- 9 pieces Lasagna noodles No-boil varieties can save time
- 3 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese Try different blends for unique flavors
- ½ cup Extra grated Parmesan cheese For topping
Method
How to Make Classic Lasagna
- Start by warming the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Introduce the ground beef and cook until browned, about 7–10 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom.
- Layer with noodles, ricotta mixture, meat sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat until no ingredients remain.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Allow lasagna to cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
Serving1sliceCalories400kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein25gFat20gSaturated Fat10gPolyunsaturated Fat0.5gMonounsaturated Fat5gCholesterol80mgSodium700mgPotassium600mgFiber3gSugar5gVitamin A15IUVitamin C5mgCalcium20mgIron10mg