Savory Italian Lasagna Recipe: A Comfort Food Classic!

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Indulge yourself in the heart of Italy’s culinary culture with a timeout from your regular kitchen routine. How about a scrumptious Italian Lasagna filled with layers of meat and creamy ricotta cheese? Sounds dazzling, right? Traditional, easy to make, and a hit for gatherings- let’s dive into the recipe!

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Ingredients:

• 9 cooked lasagna noodles
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 1 tsp chopped fresh basil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 beaten egg
• 3 cups homemade or marinara sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Procedure:

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grab a skillet, start by cooking the onions until they glitter, then add in the garlic and ground beef, stirring until it is no longer pink.

2. Cook the lasagna noodles as per the instructions on the packet, drain and cool them down.

3. To prepare the cheese filling, in a bowl combine ricotta cheese, beaten egg, chopped basil, and salt.

4. Now, it’s time to assemble the lasagna. Start by spooning a base layer of your homemade or marinara sauce into a 9×13-inch baking dish. Then, arrange 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce, cover them with a generous helping of the ricotta mixture, a layer of mozzarella, and a good helping of the beef mixture. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.

5. Finally, sprinkle the assembled dish with a lavish helping of parmesan cheese. Cover it with aluminum foil.

6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil, bake for another 25 minutes. The cheese should be bubbling and browning.

7. Let the lasagna cool slightly before serving.

Viola! The rich and fulfilling Italian Lasagna is ready to be relished! You can pair it with some warm garlic bread and a fresh, crisp side salad.

This recipe is perfect for a large family gathering or potluck. It can also be made ahead, giving you time to sit back and enjoy the evening. The layers of cheesy goodness, drenched in hearty tomato sauce, and baked to perfection: this is the comfort food to end all comfort foods!

Get the Italian vibes going and enjoy this delicious recipe with your loved ones.

[Image: Lasagna served on a plate with garlic bread]

Disclaimer: Make sure you handle hot ingredients with care. Also, always opt for fresh and good quality ingredients. This recipe is not suitable for people following a vegan or dairy-free diet. Cooking time may vary according to oven variations.

Eat well and Happy Living!