Classic Beef Lasagna

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F. Boil lasagna noodles in salted water until al dente, ~9 minutes. Drain and lay flat on parchment.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, 0.25 cup parmesan, salt, and pepper. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened, ~4 minutes.

Step 4

Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Add ground beef and break up with a spoon until no pink remains, ~6 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in crushed tomatoes, 1 tsp oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Step 6

Spread thin layer of beef sauce on bottom of 9x13 baking dish. Layer 3-4 noodles, breaking to fit.

Step 7

Spread one-third ricotta mixture, then one-third remaining sauce. Repeat layers twice, finishing with sauce on top.

Step 8

Top with remaining 1 cup mozzarella and 0.25 cup parmesan. Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove foil and bake 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling at edges.

Step 10

Rest 5 minutes before serving. Cut into squares and serve hot.