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Instructions
1. Prepare the Meat Sauce
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Add onions and garlic, sautรฉ until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, water, and seasonings. Simmer on low for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Prepare the Cheese Mixture
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan, and parsley. Set aside.
3. Assemble the Lasagna
- Preheat oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce.
- Add a layer of lasagna noodles, followed by half of the ricotta mixture and a sprinkle of mozzarella.
- Repeat with another layer of sauce, noodles, ricotta, and cheese.
- Top with the final layer of noodles, remaining meat sauce, and the rest of the mozzarella.
4. Bake & Serve
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Pro Tips for the Best Lasagna
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Simmer the Sauce โ Letting the sauce cook longer deepens the flavor.
๐ง Use Fresh Mozzarella โ For extra creaminess, try fresh mozzarella slices on top.
๐ No-Boil Noodles? โ If using no-boil noodles, add a little extra sauce to keep them soft.
โ๏ธ Make-Ahead & Freeze โ Assemble and freeze for up to 3 months, then bake when needed!
Final Thoughts
This classic lasagna recipe is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any occasion. The rich sauce, creamy cheese, and perfectly layered pasta make it a dish everyone will love. Try it today and enjoy a homemade Italian favorite! ๐ฝ๏ธ๐ฎ๐นโจ
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