Classic Lasagna

Ingredients

• 12 lasagna noodles
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 24 ounces marinara sauce
• 15 ounces ricotta cheese
• 1 egg
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the ground beef and ground pork to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Cook until browned.
4. Pour in the marinara sauce and let simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
6. In a large pot, cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
7. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
8. Layer 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, then add half of the ricotta mixture, followed by a layer of meat sauce, and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese.
9. Repeat the layering process (noodles, ricotta, meat sauce, mozzarella) once more.
10. Top with the remaining noodles, the rest of the meat sauce, and sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and all the Parmesan cheese on top.
11. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
12. Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.