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lasagna

This cheesy and hearty lasagna recipe is a classic favorite, layered with rich meat sauce and creamy cheese, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 12 oz lasagna noodles
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 16 oz ricotta cheese
  • 16 oz mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic cloves
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in marinara sauce, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. In a baking dish, spread a layer of meat sauce. Add a layer of noodles, followed by ricotta cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Repeat layers.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and cheese is golden.
  7. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

This lasagna is perfect for family dinner parties or weekly meal prep. Feel free to customize with your favorite cheeses or add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.