Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this homemade layered lasagna. With rich marinara sauce, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella nestled between tender pasta layers, this dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. Each bite delivers a delightful blend of savory meat and aromatic herbs, making it a true crowd-pleaser that warms both heart and belly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh basil or spinach, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onion and garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add ground beef or sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with an egg, salt, pepper, and basil or spinach.
- In a baking dish, layer with meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg