Description
Indulge in Grandma’s Divine Italian Lasagna, a heartwarming dish that layers rich flavors and gooey cheese. This classic recipe brings families together, creating delightful memories with every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this lasagna is a comforting meal that will impress everyone at your table. Get ready to savor the love wrapped in each delicious layer!
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 lasagna noodles (no-boil)
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 3 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent, then add ground beef and garlic; cook until browned.
- Pour marinara sauce into the pan and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with egg, fresh basil, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- In a baking dish, layer the ingredients: noodles, meat sauce, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg