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Classic Beef Lasagna

Irresistible 5-Cheese Classic Beef Lasagna Bliss

A hearty and comforting classic beef lasagna made with layers of pasta, rich meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and melted cheese.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 mins
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large pan, brown ground beef over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
  4. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, mix ricotta, half the mozzarella, half the Parmesan, and the egg.
  6. In a separate pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, then gradually add milk, stirring until thickened. Add nutmeg.
  7. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer with 4 noodles, half the ricotta mixture, and a third of the meat sauce. Repeat layers, ending with noodles.
  8. Pour béchamel over the top layer of noodles. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
  9. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  10. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Let lasagna rest before cutting for cleaner slices.
  • Substitute ground beef with turkey for a lighter version.
  • Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: lasagna, beef, Italian, comfort food, pasta bake