Ground Beef Lasagna: The Ultimate Comfort Food Makeover
Discover the joy of making a deliciously comforting Ground Beef Lasagna that brings a modern twist to a classic dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 9 lasagna noodles (oven-ready or boiled)
- 3 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned.
- Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread a layer of the meat sauce in a baking dish, followed by noodles, cheese mixture, and mozzarella.
- Repeat layers, finishing with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with lentils or mushrooms.
- Letting the lasagna sit before slicing helps it hold its shape.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Ground Beef Lasagna, Comfort Food, Italian Recipe