Ingredients
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- 12 lasagna noodles
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the marinara sauce and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a layer of meat sauce on the bottom, followed by a layer of lasagna noodles. Next, spread a layer of the ricotta mixture and top with mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers, finishing with a layer of noodles, sauce, and cheese.
- Bake the lasagna for 45 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Allow it to rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, replace the ground beef with your choice of vegetables.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free lasagna noodles.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
