
Classic Beef Lasagna
Layers of pasta, rich beef ragu, creamy béchamel, and melted cheese baked to perfection.
30 mins
Prep Time
45 mins
Cook Time
6
Servings
Ingredients
- 12 lasagna sheets
- 500g ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 400g canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups béchamel sauce
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan
Nutrition Facts
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook lasagna sheets according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat, then add onion and garlic. Cook until softened.
Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
Spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Arrange a layer of lasagna sheets over the sauce.
Spread half the beef mixture over the pasta, then drizzle with béchamel and sprinkle with mozzarella. Repeat layers, finishing with pasta, béchamel, and Parmesan.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake 15 more minutes until golden and bubbly. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
Chef's Tips
- No-Boil Noodles: Use oven-ready lasagna sheets to skip the boiling step.
- Make Ahead: Assemble lasagna up to a day in advance and refrigerate before baking.
- Extra Flavor: Add a splash of red wine to the beef sauce while simmering.
- Vegetable Boost: Layer in sautéed spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- Freezing: Wrap tightly and freeze unbaked lasagna for up to 3 months. Thaw before baking.