Description
THE Best Lasagna EVER is a comforting and hearty dish that will quickly become a staple for family dinners, holiday celebrations, or gatherings with friends. This recipe features layers of rich beef sauce, creamy ricotta filling, and gooey mozzarella cheese, all baked to perfection. With its savory flavors and delightful textures, it’s an impressive meal that brings everyone together around the table. Easy to prepare and perfect for make-ahead dining, this lasagna is sure to earn its place as your new favorite recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz soft mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lb lasagna noodles
- 4 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cups crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 garlic cloves
- 1 large onion
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
- Add ground beef; cook until browned.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and seasonings. Simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with egg, salt, pepper, and parsley.
- Boil lasagna noodles according to package instructions; drain.
- Layer meat sauce, noodles, and cheese mixture in a baking dish; repeat layers.
- Top with remaining meat sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 30 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg