Are you craving a comforting and delicious Italian dish that will transport you straight to the streets of Rome? Look no further than this classic lasagna recipe from Natasha’s Kitchen. With its tender pasta, hearty meat sauce, and gooey cheese, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 cans (28 oz each) of crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups of water
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 lasagna noodles
Instructions
- Set oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) to preheat.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain the excess fat.
- Cook onion and garlic until softened in the skillet.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, water, sugar, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. In simmer cook for 20 minutes.
- In a small bowl, beat the egg. Mix in the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, and the Parmesan cheese.
- By following package instructions cook the lasagna noodles.
- Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- On top of the sauce place 3 cooked lasagna noodles.
- Now spread a layer of cheese mixture on the noodles’ top.
- Repeat the layers of sauce, noodles, and cheese mixture, ending with a layer of sauce on top.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese on top of the lasagna.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
Conclusion
This classic lasagna recipe from Natasha’s Kitchen is a must-try for any Italian food lover. With layers of tender pasta, rich meat sauce, and gooey cheese, it’s sure to be a hit with your family and friends. It’s easy to make and you can even make it ahead of time or freeze it for later. So, what are you waiting for? Give it a try and enjoy a delicious homemade lasagna tonight!
FAQ
Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef?
Yes, you can use ground turkey or ground chicken instead of ground beef.
Can I make this lasagna recipe ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the lasagna up to 24 hours in advance and keep it covered in the refrigerator. Bake it when you are ready to serve.
Can I freeze this lasagna recipe?
Yes, you can freeze the lasagna after it has cooled completely. Wrap it well in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, and freeze for up to 3 months.
Lasagna Recipe Natasha’s Kitchen
This classic lasagna recipe from Natasha's Kitchen is the perfect comfort food for any occasion. Layers of tender pasta, rich meat sauce, and gooey cheese make this dish a family favorite.
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 cans (28 oz each) of crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups of water
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 lasagna noodles
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Set oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) to preheat.
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In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain the excess fat.
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Cook onion and garlic until softened in the skillet.
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Stir in the crushed tomatoes, water, sugar, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. In simmer cook for 20 minutes.
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In a small bowl, beat the egg. Mix in the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, and the Parmesan cheese.
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By following package instructions cook the lasagna noodles.
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Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
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On top of the sauce place 3 cooked lasagna noodles.
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Now spread a layer of cheese mixture on the noodles' top.
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Repeat the layers of sauce, noodles, and cheese mixture, ending with a layer of sauce on top.
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Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese on top of the lasagna.
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Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
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Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.