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Homemade Beef Lasagna

Mouthwatering Homemade Beef Lasagna for Cozy Family Nights

Enjoy a slice of Homemade Beef Lasagna, a comforting layered masterpiece perfect for family nights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lasagna
  • 12 ounces Lasagna Noodles Traditional or no-boil versions
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Homemade or store-bought
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Can swap with cottage cheese
  • 1 large Egg Omit for dairy-free version
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Herbs Oregano and Basil are good choices
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Part-skim can be used
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can mix with pecorino

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Large Baking Dish
  • aluminum foil

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Homemade Beef Lasagna
  1. Cook lasagna noodles in salted boiling water for 8–10 minutes until al dente. Drain and lay flat to cool.
  2. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, seasoning with salt and pepper for about 8–10 minutes. Mix in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Prepare ricotta mixture by combining ricotta cheese, egg, Italian herbs, and salt in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  4. Layer ingredients in a baking dish: beef sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella. Repeat twice, finishing with beef sauce and mozzarella on top.
  5. Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  6. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Tips include using quality ingredients, avoiding overcrowding layers, letting the lasagna rest after baking, freezing for later, and making sure it's truly baked before serving.

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