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 ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat.

3. 3

   Stir in the marinara sauce, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well.

5. 5

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

6. 6

   Place three lasagna noodles over the sauce.

7. 7

   Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles.

8. 8

   Sprinkle with a third of the mozzarella cheese.

9. 9

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

10. 10

    Top with the remaining noodles, meat sauce, and the rest of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

11. 11

    Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.

12. 12

    Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

13. 13

    Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before serving.