Lasagna Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• STEP 2.In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onions, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and cooked through.
• STEP 3.Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Simmer for 10 minutes.
• STEP 4.In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, egg, parsley, and salt.
• STEP 5.Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. Layer with lasagna noodles, meat sauce, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers.
• STEP 6.Cover the lasagna with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• STEP 7.Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve with a side salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.

Cooking Tips

• You can use no-boil lasagna noodles for a quicker preparation.
• Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to the meat sauce for extra flavor and nutrition.
• Leftover lasagna can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Storage and Serving

• Store leftover lasagna in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• To reheat, cover with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) until heated through.
• Serve lasagna with a sprinkle of fresh basil or parsley for added freshness.