Layered Lasagna Recipe – Simple, Cheesy & Delicious
This Homemade Lasagna is layered with rich meat sauce, creamy ricotta, gooey mozzarella, and tender pasta — a classic comfort dish perfect for family dinners and special occasions.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small carrot, grated
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1½ cups ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella
- 9–12 lasagna noodles, cooked or oven-ready
- Optional: fresh parsley or basil
Instructions
- Make the meat sauce: sauté onion, garlic, and carrot. Add beef, brown, and stir in tomatoes and seasonings. Simmer 25–30 mins.
- Mix ricotta with egg, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Boil noodles if needed and prepare to assemble.
- Layer: sauce, noodles, ricotta, mozzarella. Repeat layers and top with sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
- Bake at 375°F for 25 mins covered + 15 mins uncovered until golden and bubbly.
- Let rest 15 mins before slicing.
Notes
- Freeze unbaked for up to 2 months.
- Add spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers for veggie variation.
- Use béchamel instead of ricotta for a traditional Italian twist.