Whip up this easy homemade lasagna from scratch, bursting with rich flavors and gooey cheese! Perfect for weeknight dinners and a comforting family favorite.
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Easy Homemade Lasagna from Scratch
A classic comfort food, this easy homemade lasagna features layers of ricotta, mozzarella, marinara, and ground beef or sausage, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or Italian sausage, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- In a medium bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, egg, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of your baking dish. Layer cooked lasagna noodles, half the ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and more marinara. Repeat layers, ending with noodles, sauce, and remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes, garnish with fresh basil, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
This lasagna can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge or frozen for later. Tips for customization and ingredient substitution are available in the article.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Protein: 20g