Description
Homemade lasagna is a delicious comfort food that brings family and friends together around the dinner table. This hearty dish features layers of tender noodles, rich marinara sauce, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella, creating an irresistible meal that’s perfect for any occasion. With customizable options to suit your taste, this homemade lasagna will become a cherished recipe in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 lasagna noodles (traditional or no-boil)
- 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until cooked through. Drain fat and mix in marinara sauce, oregano, and basil. Simmer for a few minutes.
- Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente (skip this step for no-boil noodles).
- Assemble layers: start with noodles, half of the meat sauce, dollops of ricotta mixed with spinach, and sprinkle with mozzarella. Repeat layers, ending with noodles topped with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve hot, optionally with extra marinara on the side.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg