Hearty Homemade Lasagna Delight Recipe
This hearty homemade lasagna is layered with rich meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella, making it a comforting Italian classic. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Servings 8
Calories 400kcal
Ingredients
- 12 pieces lasagna noodles
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or sausage, breaking it apart as it cooks, then drain excess fat.
- Add marinara sauce, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the meat, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, and half of the Parmesan cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in a 9x13 inch baking dish, then layer 4 noodles over it.
- Add half of the ricotta mixture, half of the meat sauce, and a third of the mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat with another 4 noodles, remaining ricotta, remaining meat sauce, and another third of mozzarella.
- Top with the last 4 noodles, remaining meat sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly.
Notes
Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing for cleaner pieces.