🍲 Lasagna Recipe

Description

A hearty and classic Italian dish made with layers of pasta, rich meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and plenty of melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

• 12 lasagna noodles
• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 24 oz (680 g) tomato sauce
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 1 egg
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Steps

1. Cook lasagna noodles until al dente; drain and set aside.
2. In a skillet, cook ground beef with onions and garlic; add tomato sauce and herbs.
3. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the baking dish, then layer noodles, béchamel, meat sauce, and cheese. Repeat until full, ending with cheese on top.
4. Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden and bubbling.