Description
Italian Lasagna is a quintessential comfort food that brings warmth to any gathering. This classic dish features layers of tender pasta, savory meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella cheese. Each bite reveals a harmonious blend of rich flavors and textures, making it perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Not only is this Italian lasagna delicious, but it’s also easy to prepare ahead of time, ensuring you can impress your guests without the stress of last-minute cooking. Whether you’re enjoying it fresh from the oven or serving leftovers, this recipe is sure to become a beloved staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet, brown the ground meat over medium heat. Drain excess fat, then stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with egg, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a baking dish, layer meat sauce, noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, and one-third of the mozzarella. Repeat layering once more.
- Finish with remaining meat sauce on top of the final layer of noodles and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (180g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg