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Authentic Italian Lasagna Recipe - Layers of Pasta, Meat, and Cheese

Updated: Mar 6, 2023


A delicious slice of homemade lasagna with melted cheese, and fresh basil on top.
Perfect for family dinners or parties, this lasagna recipe is sure to please everyone.

Italian Lasagna is a classic comfort food that is loved by many. With layers of pasta, rich tomato sauce, hearty meat, and creamy cheese, it's a perfect dish for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a cozy family dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal for a party, this recipe won't disappoint.


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Ingredients:

  • 500g of lasagna noodles

  • 500g of ground beef

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced

  • 1 can of crushed tomatoes (28 ounces)

  • 2 cans of tomato sauce (15 ounces each)

  • 1 teaspoon of dried basil

  • 1 teaspoon of dried oregano

  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper

  • 2 cups of ricotta cheese

  • 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 egg

  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Nutrition Information:

  • Calories: 470

  • Fat: 22g

  • Carbohydrates: 39g

  • Protein: 29g

  • Sodium: 870mg

Allergy Information:

  • This recipe contains wheat and dairy. Please avoid it if you have allergies.

Time of Preparing:

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes

  • Cook Time: 1 hour

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  3. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.

  4. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.

  5. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and egg. Mix well.

  6. Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 22x33cm baking dish. Layer lasagna noodles, meat sauce, and cheese mixture on top. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of meat sauce on top.

  7. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

  8. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.

  9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  10. Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

  11. Enjoy your meal!

A baking dish of lasagna layers with ground beef, tomato sauce, ricotta, and mozzarella cheese.
Layers of pasta, meat, and cheese make up this classic Italian dish.

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