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Meat Lasagna

Ultimate Comfort: Savory Homemade Meat Lasagna Delight

This Meat Lasagna is a hearty, comforting dish that combines rich layers of ground beef, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Course Easy Dinners
Cuisine Italian
Servings 10 slices
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • 9×13-inch baking dish

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles

  • 9 pieces dry lasagna noodles These are the foundation of your lasagna.

For the Meat Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil To sauté the meat.
  • 1 pound ground beef Provides a hearty base.
  • 1 cup onion, finely chopped Balances savory flavors.
  • 2 tablespoons garlic, minced Elevates the sauce flavor.
  • 3 cups tomato sauce Binds all flavors together.
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste Intensifies tomato flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavors.
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped Adds freshness.

For the Cheese Mixture

  • 2 cups ricotta cheese Creamy texture balances the dish.
  • 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded Makes the lasagna irresistible.
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated Adds a salty, nutty flavor.
  • 1 piece egg, beaten Helps bind the ricotta mixture.
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped Elevates the cheese layer.

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • In a large pot, boil salted water and add the dry lasagna noodles. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  • In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes.
  • Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in the skillet until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, salt, and parsley. Let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, beaten egg, and chopped parsley until creamy.
  • Layer the lasagna in a greased baking dish, starting with meat sauce, then noodles, ricotta mixture, repeat layers, finishing with meat sauce.
  • Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan over the final layer of meat sauce.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 10-15 minutes.
  • Let the lasagna rest for about 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 15mg
Keyword comfort food, easy recipes, family meals, homemade lasagna, Meat Lasagna
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