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Ultimate Comfort Lasagna: Layered Love for Your Family

This Classic Comfort Beef Lasagna is a delightful mix of flavors, perfect for family dinners. It's easy to make, versatile, and sure to please everyone at the table with its gooey cheese and robust meat sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 12 sheets Lasagna Noodles No-boil noodles can save time but require more sauce.
For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with mushrooms, lentils, or spinach.
  • 3 cups Marinara Sauce Use your favorite jarred or homemade sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano Aromatic notes for authentic flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Basil Compliments oregano with sweet, herbal notes.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Key seasonings to elevate the flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Enhances flavor in the meat.
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Mixing with an egg improves binding.
  • 1 large Egg Essential for binding the ricotta.
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Opt for whole milk mozzarella for best melting.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano for sharper taste.

Equipment

  • pot
  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Process
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lasagna noodles and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and cool on a towel.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and brown for 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in marinara sauce, oregano, and basil. Simmer for about 5 minutes until blended.
  4. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, and salt and pepper until creamy.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Layer the baking dish with meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers and top with mozzarella and parmesan.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until golden.
  7. Let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allowing the lasagna to rest enhances the flavor and texture. Consider adding extra vegetables or herbs for variation.

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