Lasagna Recipe with Ricotta Cheese: The Indulgent Comfort Food Delight
A delicious lasagna recipe that features creamy ricotta cheese, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat-based
- 9 lasagna noodles lasagna noodles
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil the lasagna noodles according to package instructions.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, basil, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned, then add marinara sauce.
- Spread a layer of meat sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
- Add three noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, and a layer of mozzarella.
- Repeat layers and finish with remaining meat sauce and mozzarella on top.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For best results, let the lasagna sit for 10 minutes before serving.
- Customize with vegetables or different types of meat as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Lasagna Recipe, Ricotta Cheese, Comfort Food