A hearty and flavorful Cheesy Beef Lasagna recipe that features multiple layers of beef, cheese, and pasta, perfect for family dinners.
Author:Caroline Jones
Prep Time:30 min
Cook Time:45 min
Total Time:1h 15 min
Yield:6–8 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
680g ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 finely chopped onion
3 minced garlic cloves
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
½ tsp paprika
790g crushed tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato paste
120ml water
450g ricotta cheese
1 egg
30g grated Parmesan
9 lasagna noodles, cooked
200g shredded mozzarella
60g shredded cheddar
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Heat olive oil, sauté onion, then garlic. Add beef and cook until browned. Season with herbs, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir in tomatoes, paste, and water. Simmer 20–25 min.
Mix ricotta, egg, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
In a baking dish, layer sauce, noodles, ricotta, and more sauce. Repeat layers. Finish with mozzarella and cheddar.
Bake at 190°C (375°F), covered for 25 min. Uncover and bake 15–20 min until bubbly and golden. Rest 10 min before slicing.