Fantastic Meat Lasagna Recipe

This award-winning meat lasagna recipe is a streamlined take on a family favorite! Years of tweaking have resulted in a perfectly balanced flavor profile, minimizing excess cheese for a lighter, richer taste. Enjoy perfectly tender noodles and a luscious meat sauce in this easy-to-follow recipe. Easily customizable – add more noodles if desired!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 302.4 kcal
Protein 43g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fantastic Meat Lasagna

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How to Make Fantastic Meat Lasagna

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large non-stick skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease.
  3. Stir in 1 tbsp dried basil, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 28 oz crushed tomatoes, 15 oz pasta sauce, 15 oz ricotta cheese, and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer with 3 lasagna noodles (adjust based on your preference).
  5. Top with half of the meat sauce mixture.
  6. Add another layer of 3 lasagna noodles, followed by the remaining meat sauce.
  7. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  8. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  9. Bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly and lasagna is heated through.
  10. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving to allow the lasagna to set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

38g

Carbs

7g

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