Lasagna

Indulge in a classic Italian lasagna, layered with rich ground beef, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella, all enveloped in savory tomato sauce. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or family gatherings.

• 12 sheets lasagna noodles
• 500 g ground beef
• 1 large onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 400 g tomato sauce
• 300 g ricotta cheese
• 200 g mozzarella cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper

Method

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   In a large skillet, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in a little oil until softened.

3. 3

   Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Stir in the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for about 10 minutes.

4. 4

   In a baking dish, spread a layer of the meat sauce at the bottom. Layer 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce.

5. 5

   Spread half of the ricotta cheese over the noodles, followed by a layer of mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers, finishing with meat sauce on top.

6. 6

   Top the final layer with remaining mozzarella cheese.

7. 7

   Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.

8. 8

   Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.