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Beef Lasagna

A comforting layered dish of rich meat sauce, creamy cheeses, and tender noodles baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat Sauce
  • 1 kg Ground beef mince Use high-quality ground beef for better flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil For cooking the beef.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Adds warmth and depth of flavor.
  • 1 tsp Oregano Dried oregano enhances the sauce flavor.
  • 1 tsp Beef stock For added richness.
  • Salt Salt and pepper to taste Adjust based on preference.
Pasta and Cheese
  • 12 pieces Lasagna noodles Use traditional or oven-ready noodles.
  • 2 cups Ricotta cheese Mix with salt and pepper before layering.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella cheese For topping and layering.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese For additional flavor.
Sauce
  • 2 cups Marinara sauce Serves as the base and for topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until nicely browned. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Stir in paprika, oregano, and beef stock. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Layering
  1. In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce.
  2. Create a layer of lasagna noodles, followed by a layer of the beef mixture, a layer of ricotta, and a sprinkle of mozzarella.
  3. Repeat this layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with noodles on top.
  4. Spread the remaining marinara sauce across the top and finish with mozzarella and grated Parmesan.
Baking
  1. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  3. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use quality ingredients and avoid overcooking the noodles. Lasagna can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.