Cheesy Baked Lasagna
A delightful blend of flavors and textures, this Cheesy Baked Lasagna is a family favorite that brings warmth and comfort to any table.
Equipment
- Large pan
- baking dish
- Pot
- mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 12 sheets Lasagna noodles Use regular or gluten-free noodles as needed.
- 500 g Ground beef Can be substituted with ground turkey or a vegetarian option.
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped Adds flavor to the meat sauce.
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced Enhances the aroma and flavor.
- 800 g Canned chopped tomatoes Provides the base for the meat sauce.
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste Thickens the sauce and adds richness.
- 1 teaspoon Oregano Adds a classic Italian flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Basil Enhances the sauce with a fresh taste.
- to taste Salt and pepper Season to your preference.
- 250 g Ricotta cheese Provides creaminess to the layers.
- 250 g Shredded mozzarella cheese For a gooey, cheesy topping.
- 100 g Grated Parmesan cheese Adds a savory finish to the top layer.
- 1 large Egg Helps bind the ricotta mixture.
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until soft and translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the pan, cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
- Pour in canned chopped tomatoes and tomato paste, stir, and let simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions (8-10 minutes) until al dente. Drain and lay flat on a towel.
- Preheat oven to 180 °C (350 °F). Grease a baking dish with oil. Spread a layer of meat sauce on the bottom, followed by a layer of lasagna sheets.
- Spread a layer of ricotta mixture (ricotta, egg, salt, and pepper) over the noodles, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat layers until ingredients are used up, finishing with a layer of meat sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until cheese is golden brown and bubbly. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
This Cheesy Baked Lasagna is versatile and can be made vegetarian or gluten-free. Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.