Easiest Homemade Lasagna Recipe
This recipe is a great way to enjoy lasagna without all the fuss. It uses simple ingredients and comes together quickly.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 (24-25 ounce) jar marinara sauce (about 3 cups)
- 12 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 12 dry lasagna noodles (not no-boil, about 2/3 of a 1-pound box)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Cooking Guide:
- Cook the Meat: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
- Simmer the Sauce: Stir in the marinara sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese and mozzarella cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the Lasagna: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread 1 cup of the marinara sauce on the bottom of the dish. Arrange 4-5 lasagna noodles in a single layer, breaking them to fit if necessary. Dollop and spread 1/3 of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles. Top with another cup of marinara sauce. Repeat layers two more times, ending with a layer of marinara sauce.
- Bake: Sprinkle the top with Parmesan cheese, if using. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly around the edges. Let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Tips:
- No-boil noodles: If you prefer to use no-boil noodles, preheat the marinara sauce for a few minutes before assembling the lasagna. This will help soften the noodles as they bake.
- Leftovers: Lasagna reheats well. Store leftover lasagna in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Make it ahead: You can assemble the lasagna up to a day in advance and bake it before serving. Cover the assembled lasagna tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Vegetarian option: For a vegetarian lasagna, simply omit the ground beef and add an extra jar of marinara sauce or your favorite roasted vegetables to the sauce.
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