Classic Beef Lasagna Casserole
A creamy oven-baked dish combining lasagna noodles, ground beef, and marinara sauce, perfect for a hearty family dinner.
Ingredients
Pasta and Meat
- 9 sheets Lasagna noodles Use drained, just-under-al-dente pasta in assembly.
- 1 lb Ground beef Brown fully and drain excess fat before mixing.
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
Cheese Mixture
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese Mix with egg until smooth.
- 1 large Egg Combine with ricotta.
- 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded or thinly sliced Reserve some for topping.
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Sprinkle on top.
- to taste Salt Add to taste after adding sauces and cheese.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, then stir in the marinara sauce and let it simmer for a few minutes.
- In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese with the egg and mix until smooth.
Assembly
- In a baking dish, start layering: place a layer of noodles, followed by a layer of the ricotta mixture, then add the meat sauce, and top with a sprinkle of mozzarella.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of mozzarella and a sprinkle of parmesan on top.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Continue baking as necessary until the center is hot and the edges are bubbling. If the topping browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Warm dairy gently and stir until smooth. Reserve some cheese for topping. Serve with a crisp green salad or steamed vegetables.