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Easy Meat Lasagna

A delightful dish filled with layers of tender pasta, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 9 servings
Calories: 301
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 9 pieces dry lasagna noodles Essential for building those classic layers.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing vegetables and adding flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances the taste of the meat sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Used in cooking the ground beef mixture.
  • 1 pound ground beef The star protein of this hearty dish.
  • 1 cup onion, finely chopped Adds sweetness and depth to the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons garlic, minced Infuses the dish with rich flavor.
  • 3 cups tomato sauce Forms the base of the lasagna's sauce layer.
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste Intensifies the tomato flavor in the sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Additional seasoning for balance.
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped Brightens up the dish with freshness.
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese Provides creaminess and richness between layers.
  • 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided Melts beautifully on top and inside the lasagna.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated and divided Offers a nutty flavor that complements other cheeses.
  • 1 piece egg, beaten Helps bind the ricotta filling together.
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped For garnish and added color.

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375 F.
  2. Cook the dry lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and lay flat on a kitchen towel.
  3. In a large skillet, add two tablespoons of olive oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  4. Drain excess grease, then stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, and salt. Simmer for about ten minutes.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine ricotta cheese, beaten egg, and parsley. Mix until well blended.
  6. In a greased baking dish, layer meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella. Repeat layering two more times, finishing with noodles topped with meat sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Cover with foil and bake for 50 minutes, then remove foil for the last 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 301kcalCarbohydrates: 25.3gProtein: 23.5gFat: 11.9gSaturated Fat: 5.3gCholesterol: 64.1mgSodium: 626.5mgFiber: 2.4gSugar: 4.1g

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