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Irresistible Homemade Baked Lasagna Recipe with 3 Cheesy Layers

Homemade Baked Lasagna

A classic homemade baked lasagna with layers of meaty sauce, creamy ricotta, and melted cheeses for a comforting family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
  • 1 can (15 oz) ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 9 lasagna noodles (regular or oven-ready)
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions

  1. Cook the Meat Sauce: In a large skillet, sauté onions in olive oil until soft. Add garlic and ground beef—cook until browned. Stir in marinara, simmer for 10 mins.
  2. Mix the Ricotta Layer: In a bowl, combine ricotta, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Layer the Goodness: In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce, add noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and repeat.
  4. Top it Off: Finish with sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan.
  5. Bake and Rest: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes uncovered. Let it sit 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Use oven-ready noodles to skip boiling.
  • Let lasagna rest before slicing for cleaner cuts.
  • Substitute ground beef with turkey or sausage for variation.

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