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Super Cheesy Lasagna

This Super Cheesy Lasagna is loaded with layers of rich, savory tomato sauce, creamy ricotta cheese, gooey mozzarella, and a hearty meat sauce. It’s the ultimate comfort food for family dinners or meal prep!
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Keyword Cheesy Lasagna, Comfort Food Lasagna, Homemade Lasagna
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 450kcal
Author Creator Child
Cost $25

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Skillet or saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Aluminum foil

Ingredients

For the Meat Sauce:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 6 oz can tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp sugar to balance acidity, optional

For the Cheese Mixture:

  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, optional
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt

For the Lasagna Layers:

  • 12 cooked lasagna noodles or no-boil noodles

Instructions

Prepare the Meat Sauce:

  • In a large skillet or saucepan, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  • Drain excess fat, if necessary, and add the onion and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and sugar.
  • Bring to a simmer and cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat.

Prepare the Cheese Mixture:

  • In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, beaten egg, parsley, garlic powder, and salt. Mix until smooth and well-combined.

Assemble the Lasagna:

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Place a layer of cooked lasagna noodles over the sauce.
  • Spread about ⅓ of the cheese mixture over the noodles, followed by a generous layer of meat sauce.
  • Repeat the layering process two more times, finishing with a top layer of meat sauce and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella cheese.

Bake the Lasagna:

  • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and bake for another 20-30 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
  • Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Serve & Enjoy:

  • Slice into squares and serve hot with garlic bread or a side salad.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Substitutions:
  • Ground turkey or ground chicken can be used instead of beef.
  • Ricotta cheese can be replaced with cottage cheese for a lighter option.
  • No-boil noodles can be used to save time—just add an extra ½ cup of sauce to ensure they cook through.