Classic Beef Lasagna

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.

3. 3

   Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned. Drain excess fat.

4. 4

   Stir in the marinara sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with a pinch of salt and pepper.

6. 6

   Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

7. 7

   In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce.

8. 8

   Place three lasagna noodles over the sauce.

9. 9

   Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by a layer of mozzarella cheese.

10. 10

    Repeat the layers: meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese.

11. 11

    Top with the remaining noodles, meat sauce, and a final layer of mozzarella and parmesan cheese.

12. 12

    Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

13. 13

    Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before serving.