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Classic Homemade Beef Lasagna with Ricotta and Mozzarella

Classic Homemade Beef Lasagna with Ricotta and Mozzarella

This classic homemade beef lasagna features layers of rich meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melty mozzarella.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

The Meat Sauce (Bolognese)
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Lean ground beef browned with onions and minced garlic.
  • 2 cups Marinara or Tomato Sauce A rich tomato base seasoned with Italian herbs.
  • 2 tablespoon Tomato Paste To deepen the flavor and thicken the sauce.
The Cheese Layers
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese Often mixed with an egg and fresh parsley.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Freshly shredded for the perfect melt.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Added for a salty, nutty kick between layers.
The Pasta & Finish
  • 9 sheets Lasagna Noodles Traditional or no-boil sheets.
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped finely for a vibrant garnish.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Sprinkled on top before baking.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with onions and garlic. Add marinara sauce and tomato paste, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with egg and parsley. Set aside.
  4. In a baking dish, layer noodles, meat sauce, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella. Repeat layers and top with Parmesan and oregano.
  5. Bake for 45 minutes until bubbly. Let it rest before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add other herbs like basil or thyme.