Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and onion; cook until beef is browned and onion is softened, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off any excess fat.
1 pound lean ground beef or turkey, 1 medium onion
Stir in garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2 cloves garlic, 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes, 1 15 ounce can tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, to taste Salt and pepper
In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, and parsley. Mix well.
15 ounces ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 egg, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce.
9 Oven-ready lasagna noodles
Spread half of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles. Top with half of the remaining meat sauce and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.
15 ounces ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 egg, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Repeat layers: 3 lasagna noodles, remaining ricotta cheese mixture, remaining meat sauce, and remaining mozzarella cheese. Top with the last 3 noodles.
9 Oven-ready lasagna noodles, 15 ounces ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 egg, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the lasagna is heated through.
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before cutting and serving. This helps it hold its shape.
Slice and serve warm. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Enjoy your delicious Dinner Tonight Ideas!
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
