Cheesy Beef Lasagna Bake (Print Format)
Savory beef, creamy cheese, and marinara layered with pasta for a comforting Italian-style bake.
# Ingredients:
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12 lasagna sheets
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1.5 pounds ground beef
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1 small onion, diced
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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3 cups marinara sauce
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2 cups ricotta cheese
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1 egg
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3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
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1 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon black pepper
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2 tablespoons olive oil
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Cook lasagna sheets in boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, brown the ground beef in olive oil over medium-high heat until deeply seared. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened.
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Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
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In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with the egg and half of the grated Parmesan cheese until combined.
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In a baking dish, layer meat sauce, lasagna sheets, ricotta mixture, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers until the dish is full, ending with mozzarella and the remaining Parmesan cheese.
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Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbling.
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Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
# Tips:
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Allowing the lasagna to rest ensures cleaner slices when served.