Total time
60 min
Servings
8
Calories
584.2
Category
Dinner & Mains
This classic lasagna recipe brings together layers of rich meat sauce, creamy cheeses, and tender noodles for a comforting family dinner. Ready in under an hour, it's perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Makes 8 servings
- 2 mushroom
- 1/2 bacon
- 2 water
- 1/2 garlic
- 2 salt
- 2 onion
- 1 pepper
- 1/4 lean ground beef
- 1 1/2 mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 eggs
- 1/2 sweet basil
- 2 parmesan cheese
- 1/2 parsley
- 1/2 tomato paste
- 1 cottage cheese
- 1/2 canned tomatoes
Method
Saute bacon, crushed garlic, and onion in hot oil for 5 min.
Remove the garlic.
Add ground beef, salami, basil, and parsley.
Brown well.
Add tomato paste, tomatoes, mushrooms, and water.
Simmer uncovered for 1 hour or until very thick.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Preheat oven to 375F.
Butter a 12x9 inch casserole or lasagna dish.
Grate mozzarella.
Combine cottage cheese, egg and Parmesan cheese.
Pour a layer of tomato sauce in the bottom of dish.
Cover with a layer of noodles and a layer of the cheese /egg mixture, sprinkle with mozzarella.
Repeat, ending with sauce and a layer of mozzarella.
Bake for 30 min.
Note: The flavor improves when lasagna is prepared a day in advance and refrigerated until time for baking.
Cook's notes
- Let the sauce simmer until very thick to avoid a watery lasagna.
- Use freshly grated mozzarella and Parmesan for the best melt and flavor.
- Allow the lasagna to rest for 10 minutes after baking for cleaner slices.
Easy swaps
- Instead of lean ground beef, use ground turkey or plant-based crumbles
- Instead of mushroom, use zucchini or eggplant
- Instead of bacon, use pancetta or skip for vegetarian version
- Instead of cottage cheese, use ricotta cheese
Frequently asked
Can I make this lasagna ahead of time?
Yes, assemble the lasagna up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate. Bake as directed, adding 10-15 minutes if baking from cold.
Do I need to cook the lasagna noodles first?
This recipe uses no-boil noodles or you can use regular noodles boiled al dente. The sauce provides enough moisture to soften them during baking.
What can I use instead of cottage cheese?
Ricotta cheese is the classic substitute. You can also use a blend of cream cheese and Greek yogurt for a tangy twist.
