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Irresistible Easy Lasagna Recipe Ready in 45 Minutes

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A classic homemade lasagna recipe with layers of ground beef, ricotta, mozzarella, and marinara sauce, baked to perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 24 oz marinara sauce (or pasta sauce)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste (optional, for richer sauce)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 12 lasagna noodles (regular or oven-ready)
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tbsp dried)
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
  • 2 tbsp butter (for greasing dish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter a 9×13-inch baking dish (or deep casserole dish).
  2. Cook lasagna noodles in salted water until just al dente. Drain and lay flat so they don’t stick (skip this step if using oven-ready noodles).
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Drain excess grease. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  4. Stir in marinara sauce, tomato paste (if using), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5–8 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, Parmesan, and parsley until smooth.
  6. Assemble layers: Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Add a layer of noodles. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture. Sprinkle 1 cup mozzarella. Add 1/3 of the meat sauce.
  7. Repeat layers twice more, finishing with noodles, remaining meat sauce, and the rest of the mozzarella on top.
  8. Cover with foil (spray foil with cooking spray so cheese won’t stick). Bake 30 minutes.
  9. Uncover and bake 15–20 minutes more until bubbly and golden.
  10. Rest 10–15 minutes before slicing for clean layers.

Notes

  • Use oven-ready noodles to skip boiling.
  • Let lasagna rest before slicing for cleaner cuts.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.

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