Description
Italian Lasagna is the ultimate comfort food that unites flavors and families around the dinner table. This beloved dish features layers of tender pasta, a rich meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella cheese that meld together to create a delightful taste experience. Perfect for gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this classic Italian recipe is both satisfying and easy to prepare. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can enjoy an authentic homemade lasagna that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Serve it fresh from the oven or save leftovers for the next day—either way, this dish promises to bring warmth and joy to your home.
Ingredients
- Lasagna noodles
- Ground beef
- Ricotta cheese
- Marinara sauce
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain fat and stir in marinara sauce, simmering for 10 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with half of the Parmesan cheese; season with salt and pepper.
- In a baking dish, layer meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella; repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly.
- Allow resting for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg