Name: EASY Classic Homemade Lasagna
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: For the meat sauce: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage; 1 small yellow onion, finely diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; Salt and black pepper, to taste; For the cheese layer: 1½ cups ricotta cheese; 1 large egg; ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided; For the pasta: 9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained; Salt (for pasta water)

EASY Classic Homemade Lasagna

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This Easy Classic Homemade Lasagna recipe is the ultimate Italian-American comfort food, layered with tender noodles, rich meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melty mozzarella. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or special occasions—this lasagna is simple, satisfying, and freezer-friendly.

Author: Mayaa
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 8–10 servings
Category: Main Course
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients

For the meat sauce:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the cheese layer:
- 1½ cups ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
For the pasta:
- 9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
- Salt (for pasta water)

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Instructions

Make the Meat Sauce: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook ground beef and onion for 7–8 minutes until browned. Add garlic and cook 1 minute. Stir in marinara, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Mix the Cheese Filling: In a bowl, combine ricotta, egg, Parmesan, and 1 cup mozzarella. Mix well.
Assemble the Lasagna: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in a 9×13″ baking dish. Layer 3 noodles, half the ricotta mix, more sauce, and a sprinkle of mozzarella. Repeat layers. Top with remaining noodles, sauce, and mozzarella.
Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 15–20 more minutes until bubbling and golden. Let rest 10–15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Substitute ground turkey or meatless crumbles for a lighter version.
Use oven-ready noodles to skip boiling.
Add spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini to the sauce for extra nutrition.
Freeze baked or unbaked lasagna for up to 3 months—thaw before baking.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 430
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 85mg

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