Beef Lasagna
A hearty dish with layers of tender noodles, rich beef and marinara sauce, creamy ricotta, and melty mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
- 24 ounces marinara sauce (about one jar)
- 1 cup water
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 2 pieces eggs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 pieces lasagna noodles
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brown ground beef in a saucepan over medium heat, breaking it apart until no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes. Add diced onion, 1 tablespoon oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook until onion is translucent.
- Stir in marinara sauce and water. Bring to a gentle boil, then remove from heat.
- In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese, remaining oregano, eggs, Parmesan, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
- In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a layer of meat sauce. Lay three noodles on top, followed by some ricotta mixture and a handful of mozzarella. Repeat layers until all noodles are used, finishing with ricotta and mozzarella on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for about one hour. Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly. Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.