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Cheesy Classic Lasagna Recipe

Cheesy Classic Lasagna Recipe for Ultimate Comfort Food Bliss

This Cheesy Classic Lasagna Recipe is a cozy dish with layers of savory ground beef and creamy cheeses, perfect for family meals.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 lb Ground Beef you can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 can Tomato Sauce choose homemade or store-bought
  • 1 medium Onion feel free to use shallots
  • 3 cloves Garlic freshly minced gives the best flavor
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Herbs (Basil, Oregano) dried herbs can be used if fresh isn't available
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese blend cottage cheese with cream cheese for a similar texture
  • 1 large Egg omit for a vegan version
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese nutritional yeast works for a vegan alternative
For Layering
  • 4 cups Mozzarella Cheese use whole milk for the best melt
  • 12 sheets No-Boil Lasagna Noodles make sure they’re fully cooked before serving

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Aluminum foil
  • Serrated knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large skillet, add the ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Cook until browned and onions are translucent, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce and herbs, simmer for 15 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, and a pinch of salt. Mix in fresh basil and oregano until creamy.
  3. In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce, layer with noodles, then the ricotta mixture, followed by mozzarella. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
  4. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
  5. Let the lasagna rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the lasagna to rest for better defined layers. Use high-quality cheeses for optimal taste and texture.

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