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Crazy Good Lasagna

A rich and hearty classic lasagna featuring layers of tender noodles, savory ground beef sauce, and a creamy ricotta mixture.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 482
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 lbs ground beef
  • 1 tsp salt divided
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 cans crushed tomatoes 28 oz each
  • 1 can tomato paste 6 oz
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 3 cups mozzarella cheese shredded

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil lasagna noodles in salted water until al dente, drain, and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion in olive oil in a large skillet, then add garlic and ground beef until browned.
  3. Stir in salt, pepper, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, crushed tomatoes, and tomato paste; simmer for 20 minutes and stir in parsley.
  4. Whisk ricotta, egg, 1/4 cup Parmesan, and remaining salt/pepper in a medium bowl.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F and spread a thin layer of meat sauce in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  6. Layer noodles, ricotta mixture, meat sauce, and mozzarella; repeat layers twice.
  7. Top with final noodles, sauce, mozzarella, and remaining Parmesan.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; uncover and bake for 10-15 more minutes until golden and bubbling.

Notes

Let lasagna rest 10-15 minutes after baking for clean slices. Store in airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.