Cheesy Delight Lasagna: A Simple Path to Comfort Food Bliss
This easy homemade lasagna is a comforting dish layered with rich marinara, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Servings 6
Calories 450kcal
Ingredients
- 9 pieces lasagna noodles
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- optional fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain and lay flat.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef until browned, seasoning with salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic powder.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Layer 3 lasagna noodles, half of the ricotta, half of the ground beef, a third of the mozzarella, and a drizzle of marinara sauce.
- Repeat the layering with another set of noodles, remaining ricotta, ground beef, more mozzarella, and marinara sauce.
- For the final layer, add the last 3 noodles, cover with remaining marinara, and sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing for cleaner pieces.