Rich, cheesy, and layered with hearty meat sauce, homemade lasagna is the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this classic recipe delivers bold Italian-style flavor with simple ingredients.
🧾 Ingredients
🔴 Meat Sauce
1 lb (450 g) ground beef or beef & pork mix
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 oz / 800 g) crushed tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
Salt & black pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
🧀 Cheese Filling
15 oz (425 g) ricotta cheese
1 egg
2 cups shredded mozzarella
½ cup grated Parmesan
2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
🍝 Layers
9–12 lasagna noodles (cooked if not oven-ready)
Extra mozzarella for topping
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Meat Sauce
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Cook onion until soft, then add garlic and ground meat.
Brown the meat thoroughly.
Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, herbs, salt, and pepper.
Simmer for 20–25 minutes until thick.
2️⃣ Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a bowl, combine ricotta, egg, mozzarella, Parmesan, and parsley.
Mix until creamy and well blended.
3️⃣ Assemble the Lasagna
Spread a thin layer of sauce in a baking dish.
Add noodles → cheese mixture → meat sauce.
Repeat layers until ingredients are used.
Finish with sauce and extra mozzarella on top.
4️⃣ Bake
Cover with foil and bake at 375°F / 190°C for 25 minutes.
Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
🌟 Tips for Perfect Homemade Lasagna
Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra veggies.
Use fresh basil for brighter flavor.
Letting lasagna rest helps it hold its shape when sliced.
Freeze unbaked lasagna for an easy future meal.
🥗 Serving Ideas
Garlic bread or crusty Italian bread
Fresh green salad with vinaigrette
Roasted vegetables or grilled zucchini