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Classic Lasagna Recipe

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Classic Lasagna Recipe

 

Ingredients

For the Meat Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Cheese Filling:

  • 1 container (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Assembling:

  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the Meat Sauce:
    • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
    • Add ground beef and pork, cooking until browned. Drain excess fat.
    • Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Prepare the Cheese Filling:
    • In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, 2 cups mozzarella cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Cook the Lasagna Noodles:
    • Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  4. Assemble the Lasagna:
    • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
    • In a 9×13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom.
    • Place 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce.
    • Spread a layer of the cheese filling over the noodles, followed by a layer of meat sauce.
    • Repeat the layers (noodles, cheese filling, meat sauce) until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of noodles topped with the remaining meat sauce.
    • Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the top.
  5. Bake:
    • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
    • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  6. Serve:
    • Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

Enjoy your homemade lasagna! If you have any questions or need more tips, feel free to ask.

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