Description
A comforting and hearty lasagna with layers of rich bolognese sauce and melty cheese, perfect for family gatherings and weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- Lasagna noodles
- Ground beef or Italian sausage
- Homemade Bolognese sauce
- Ricotta cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Eggs
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Onion
- Italian seasoning
- Salt
- Pepper
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté chopped onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add ground beef or sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in bolognese sauce and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, eggs, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to create a creamy mixture.
- In a baking dish, spread a layer of bolognese sauce, followed by noodles, then the ricotta mixture, and a layer of mozzarella. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with mozzarella on top.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Pair with a crisp green salad and garlic bread for a complete meal. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian