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Lasagna

Lasagna

The ultimate comfort food, Lasagna is a rich and cheesy delight that brings everyone together. Layers of savory meat sauce, creamy cheese, and perfectly cooked noodles make for an easy weeknight dinner that's sure to satisfy. Make it tonight and savor the warmth of home-cooked goodness!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 yellow onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 Tablespoons dried parsley flakes (divided)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • 4 cans tomato sauce (8 oz each)
  • 6 lasagna noodles (prepared)
  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 2 eggs (beaten)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
  • 1 pound Mozzarella cheese (shredded)

Equipment

  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Non-stick spray
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting Board
  • 9×13" casserole dish
  • Box grater
  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Silicone spatula
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet brown the hamburger over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add the onion, minced garlic, 1 Tablespoon parsley flakes, garlic salt, oregano, and tomato sauce to the skillet and simmer for 30 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, in a large bowl combine cottage cheese, eggs, salt, 2 Tablespoons parsley flakes, and Parmesan cheese.
  5. When the meat mixture is done simmering, spread ½ cup of hamburger mixture on the bottom of the prepared pan. Place three prepared lasagna noodles side by side on top of the meat mixture. Top with half of meat mixture, half of cheese mixture, then half of Mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layer except leave off the Mozzarella cheese.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes in the preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  7. Remove from oven and top with remaining Mozzarella cheese. Bake for 10 more minutes or until cheese is melted.
  8. Remove from oven and let stand for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Keep leftover Lasagna in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze assembled but unbaked Lasagna for up to 3 months. Just thaw before baking.
  • Tip 3: Serve with warm garlic bread or a fresh baguette for soaking up any extra sauce.
  • Tip 4: Feel free to add some red pepper flakes to the meat sauce for a little heat.
  • Tip 5: Experiment with different types of cheese such as ricotta or fontina for a unique twist.