Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
  • Additional mozzarella cheese for topping

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic and ground beef; cook until browned.
  3. Stir in oregano, basil, crushed tomatoes, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, egg, half of the Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and set aside.
  5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  6. Spread a layer of tomato sauce in the bottom of the baking dish. Layer 4 cooked lasagna noodles over the sauce.
  7. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles. Add a layer of mozzarella and more sauce.
  8. Repeat layering twice more, ending with noodles and remaining sauce on top. Sprinkle with additional mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  9. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  10. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Garnish as desired.