Classic Homemade Lasagna — Layers of Love, Cheese, and Comfort!

Introduction

Welcome to the ultimate comfort food experience! This classic homemade lasagna is filled with layers of rich meat sauce, creamy ricotta, tender noodles, and gooey cheese. It’s an ideal dish for family dinners, holidays, or even meal prep, bringing warmth and love to your table.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour

Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes

Servings: 8

Serving Size: 1 slice

Lasagne Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
• 1 (15 oz) container ricotta cheese
• 1 large egg
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
• 12 lasagna noodles (cooked and drained)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, brown the beef with onion and garlic. Drain fat.
3. Add marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
4. In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, and ¼ cup parmesan.
5. Spread a thin layer of sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
6. Layer noodles, ricotta mixture, meat sauce, and mozzarella. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
7. Finish with a layer of sauce and cheese on top.
8. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes until bubbly.
9. Let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.

Lasagne Tips

Let your lasagna sit for a bit before serving to enhance the flavors. You can also customize it by adding vegetables or using different cheeses to suit your family’s taste. Enjoy the layers of love in every bite!

For another comforting dish, try my Creamy Potato Soup

Get expert layering tips from Bon Appétit’s Lasagna Guide.

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Classic Homemade Lasagna — Layers of Love, Cheese, and Comfort!

Courses: Dinner, One-Pan Meals, Quick and Easy

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 25 mins Cook Time 1 hr Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Description

This Classic Homemade Lasagna is the ultimate comfort food — rich, cheesy, and layered with love. Tender pasta sheets are stacked with a hearty meat sauce, creamy ricotta, melted mozzarella, and savory herbs, then baked to golden perfection. It’s warm, satisfying, and full of flavor — the kind of timeless, family-favorite dish that turns any dinner into a celebration.

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (24 oz)
• 1 (15 oz)
• 1 large egg
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
• 12 lasagna noodles (cooked and drained)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, brown the beef with onion and garlic. Drain fat.
3. Add marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
4. In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, and ¼ cup parmesan.
5. Spread a thin layer of sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
6. Layer noodles, ricotta mixture, meat sauce, and mozzarella. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
7. Finish with a layer of sauce and cheese on top.
8. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes until bubbly.
9. Let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.

Note

Lasagne Tips

Let your lasagna sit for a bit before serving to enhance the flavors. You can also customize it by adding vegetables or using different cheeses to suit your family’s taste. Enjoy the layers of love in every bite!

For another comforting dish, try my Creamy Potato Soup

Get expert layering tips from Bon Appétit’s Lasagna Guide.

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