Description
Layered with savory beef, tangy marinara, and rich, cheesy goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 12 lasagna noodles (uncooked)
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C), cooking the ground beef over medium heat until browned.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until soft.
- Stir in marinara sauce and diced tomatoes, add spices, and let simmer.
- Blend ricotta cheese with egg, half of the Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Grease Dutch oven, layer with noodles, beef mixture, ricotta mix, and mozzarella; repeat layers.
- Bake with lid for 45 minutes, then remove lid and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden.
Notes
Ensure your noodles are well-separated for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Protein: 25 g