Loved by families and dinner party guests alike, lasagna is a classic comfort food that never fails to impress. This recipe for Award Winning Easy Lasagna ensures you achieve that perfect balance of rich flavor and gooey, cheese-filled layers without spending hours in the kitchen. The secret is in the simple yet delicious combination of ingredients that come together in harmony to create a mouthwatering dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
**Award Winning Easy Lasagna**
Ingredients:
– 1 pound of ground beef
– 1 onion, diced
– 3 cloves of garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon of salt
– 1 teaspoon of black pepper
– 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon of dried basil
– 1 can (24 oz) of your favorite pasta sauce
– 1 can (14.5 oz) of diced tomatoes
– 2 cups of ricotta cheese
– 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
– 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 egg
– 12 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula until browned. Add in the diced onion, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Cook until the onion is softened and the aromatics are fragrant, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the pasta sauce and diced tomatoes, then reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes.
4. In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, and the egg, mixing well until evenly combined.
5. To assemble the lasagna, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Place 4 cooked lasagna noodles on top of the sauce, slightly overlapping.
6. Spread a third of the cheese mixture over the noodles, then top with a third of the meat sauce. Repeat this layering process twice more.
7. Sprinkle the remaining cup of mozzarella cheese over the top of the lasagna.
8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil, tenting it slightly to prevent the cheese from sticking.
9. Bake the lasagna for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
10. Allow the lasagna to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
This Award Winning Easy Lasagna is guaranteed to become a staple in your recipe collection. Whether you’re preparing a cozy family dinner or hosting a gathering with friends, this flavorful and satisfying dish will always be a hit. With its simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can create a delicious lasagna that tastes like it took hours to make, but is actually easy and quick to put together. Enjoy the smiles around the table as your guests savor each bite of this homemade, comforting classic.
