The Best Lasagna Recipe

Introduction

Ingredient

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 12 lasagna noodles
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink. Drain the excess fat.
3. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, basil, salt, fennel seeds, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
5. In a bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and egg.
6. Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
7. Place 3 lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
8. Spread half of the cheese mixture over the noodles.
9. Top with another layer of meat sauce.
10. Repeat with another layer of noodles, cheese mixture, and meat sauce.
11. Finish with a layer of noodles and the remaining meat sauce on top.
12. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
13. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
14. Remove the foil and bake for another 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
15. Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 470
• Total Fat: 23g
• Saturated Fat: 12g
• Cholesterol: 104mg
• Sodium: 920mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 36g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Sugars: 11g
• Protein: 32g

Conclusion