Fantastic Meat Lasagna Recipe

Ingredients for Fantastic Meat Lasagna

• Extra Lean Ground Beef
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 28 oz crushed tomatoes
• 15 oz pasta sauce
• Ricotta Cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Parmesan Cheese
• Dry Basil
• 6-9 lasagna noodles (adjust to your preference)
• Salt & Pepper

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.