Homemade Classic Beef Lasagne Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Meat Sauce:

• 1 pound (450g) ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 1 can (14 ounces) tomato sauce
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Cheese Filling:

• 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Additional Ingredients:

• 12 lasagne noodles, cooked and drained
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Meat Sauce:
   • In a large skillet or saucepan, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
   • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
   • Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer the sauce for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
2. Prepare the Cheese Filling:
   • In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
3. Assemble the Lasagne:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a small amount of the meat sauce to coat the bottom.
   • Place a layer of cooked lasagne noodles over the sauce.
   • Spread half of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles, followed by a third of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
   • Add another layer of meat sauce and repeat with noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese.
   • Finish with a final layer of noodles, the remaining meat sauce, and the remaining mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
4. Bake:
   • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
   • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until the lasagne is bubbly and the cheese is golden brown on top.
5. Serve:
   • Let the lasagne rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Enjoy your homemade lasagne! It’s a comforting and classic dish that’s perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner at home.