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 and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.

4. 4

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

5. 5

   While the sauce is simmering, cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

6. 6

   In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese.

7. 7

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

8. 8

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

9. 9

   Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of meat sauce and a final layer of shredded mozzarella cheese and the remaining grated Parmesan cheese.

10. 10

    Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

11. 11

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

12. 12

    Let the lasagna cool for about 10 minutes before serving.