Stefanie Cortez
@stefaniec
Classic Easy Lasagna
This Classic Easy Lasagna is a comforting and delicious dish made with layers of tender lasagna noodles, rich meat sauce, creamy cottage cheese, and gooey mozzarella. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe is simple to follow and yields a hearty meal that everyone will love.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:11
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time15 min.
- Cook time1 min.
- Total time16 min.
- Servings12
Ingredients
- 1 pound
- 1 (32 ounce) jar
- 32 ounces
- 3 cups, divided
- 2
- 1/2 cup
- 2 teaspoons
- to taste
- to taste
- 9
- 1/2 cup
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Classic Easy Lasagna.
Step 1
Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C) and gather all your ingredients for a delightful lasagna experience.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat over medium-high and brown the ground beef until it’s perfectly crumbly, which should take about 8 to 10 minutes.
Step 3
Once browned, drain any excess grease and stir in the spaghetti sauce, allowing it to simmer for 5 minutes to meld those rich flavors.
Step 4
Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, blend together the cottage cheese, 2 cups of mozzarella, eggs, half of the grated Parmesan, dried parsley, salt, and pepper until everything is harmoniously combined.
Step 5
In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread 3/4 cup of the savory meat sauce as your base.
Step 6
Layer 3 uncooked lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by 1 3/4 cups of the creamy cheese mixture and a splash of sauce.
Step 7
Repeat this layering dance once more for extra deliciousness.
Step 8
Finish with the remaining 3 noodles, pour over the rest of the sauce, and crown it with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Step 9
To keep your lasagna moist and tender, pour 1/2 cup of water around the edges of the dish.
Step 10
Cover the dish snugly with aluminum foil and let it bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
Step 11
After that, uncover it and allow it to bake for an additional 10 minutes, letting the cheese turn a beautiful golden brown.
Step 12
Once it’s done, let your lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Step 13
Dive into your homemade masterpiece and savor every bite of this comforting classic!.