Classic Lasagna

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With gooey layers of mozzarella, cottage cheese, Parmesan, and mozzarella, this classic lasagna is guaranteed to be a hit with the family.

Servings:
6 to 8
Classic Lasagna
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground beef

  • 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil

  • 1 (28-oz.) can whole tomatoes, coarsely chopped

  • 2 (6-oz.) cans tomato paste

  • 2 tsp. salt

  • 1 tsp. Italian seasoning

  • 1/4 tsp. pepper

  • 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper

  • 1/8 tsp. garlic powder

  • 1 (8-oz.) package lasagna noodles

  • 1 cup (4 oz.) shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1 cup ricotta or small curd cottage cheese

  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 3 to 4 slices mozzarella cheese, halved diagonally

Directions

  1. Cook ground beef:

    Brown ground beef in oil in a large skillet, stirring to crumble; drain off pan drippings.

  2. Add tomatoes and tomato paste:

    Stir tomatoes, tomato paste, and seasonings into meat. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. Cook noodles:

    Cook noodles according to package directions; drain.

  4. Assemble lasagna:

    Place half of noodles in a lightly greased 12 x 8 x 2-inch baking dish, slightly overlapping lengthwise edges. Spoon one-third of meat mixture over noodles; add half of shredded mozzarella, ricotta, and Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers, and spoon on remaining meat mixture. Arrange mozzarella slices on top.

  5. Bake lasagna:

    Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.

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