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Easy Homemade Lasagna

Easy Homemade Lasagna: The Ultimate Comfort Dish You’ll Love

Discover the delicious layers of Easy Homemade Lasagna, a comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 12 sheets Lasagna Noodles Use fresh lasagna sheets to skip boiling.
For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Use only beef if preferred.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion No substitutes recommended.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Can use garlic powder in a pinch.
  • 24 ounces Pasta Sauce Choose a variety that suits your taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Thickens sauce and intensifies the tomato flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Blend of herbs to enhance the overall taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to your preference.
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese (or Cottage Cheese) Cottage cheese is an acceptable substitute.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Substitute with provolone for a different flavor.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Can replace with Pecorino Romano.
  • 1 large Egg Can omit if using cottage cheese.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Dried parsley may work in a pinch.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large pot
  • colander
  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Homemade Lasagna
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add the lasagna noodles. Cook for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the lean ground beef and Italian sausage for about 7-10 minutes. Add onion and garlic, cooking until translucent. Mix in pasta sauce, tomato paste, and Italian seasoning, and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, parsley, beaten egg, and a pinch of salt. Stir until blended.
  5. In a greased baking dish, spread a cup of meat sauce, layer 3 noodles, a third of the cheese mixture. Repeat twice, finishing with remaining meat sauce.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan, and bake uncovered for another 15 minutes.
  7. Let the lasagna rest for about 15 minutes before slicing to enjoy the layers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, allow the lasagna to sit for 15 minutes after baking to hold layers together. Customize ingredients to fit personal taste preferences.

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