Easy Lasagna Recipe
12 standard portions
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef (90/10)
- ½ cup finely diced onion
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 24 oz jar marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
- 9 lasagna noodles
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped basil
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Method
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or 180°C for a fan oven. Prepare a 9×13-inch (approx 23x33cm) casserole dish.
- Cook Meat Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until the beef is browned and no longer pink.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the marinara sauce, oregano, salt, black pepper, sugar, and optional parmesan rind. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 5-10 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, parmesan, beaten egg, parsley, basil, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and evenly combined.
- Cook Lasagna Noodles: Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions (usually 8 minutes).
- Drain the noodles and lay them flat on a sheet pan sprayed with olive oil. Spray additional oil between the layers to prevent sticking.
- Assemble: Spread 1 cup of the meat sauce evenly at the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Place 3 lasagna noodles on top, followed by ⅓ of the cheese mixture and 1 cup of meat sauce. Repeat this process twice more, finishing with a layer of meat sauce on top.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheeses evenly over the top.
- Spray the underside of a sheet of aluminum foil with cooking spray (to prevent sticking). Cover the dish tightly and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes under the broiler until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped parsley or basil if desired.