Classic Deep-Dish Meat Lasagna: Indulgent Comfort Food Made Easy
This classic deep-dish meat lasagna is the ultimate indulgent comfort food, layered with rich meat sauce, creamy cheese, and pasta.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with onion and garlic until meat is no longer pink.
- Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Simmer for 30 minutes.
- Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions; drain.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and eggs until well combined.
- In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer ingredients starting with meat sauce, then noodles, followed by cheese mixture; repeat layers ending with sauce and remaining mozzarella on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra richness, add a layer of sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
- Allowing the lasagna to rest enhances its flavor and makes it easier to slice.