Classic Lasagna

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F and bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

Cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions; drain.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and no longer pink, about 8 minutes; drain excess fat and stir in the marinara sauce.

Step 4

In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, egg, salt, and half the parmesan.

Step 5

Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in a baking dish, then layer noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella cheese, and more meat sauce; repeat layers, ending with a layer of meat sauce and mozzarella.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining parmesan over the top and cover with foil.

Step 7

Bake for 35 minutes, then remove the foil and bake 10 more minutes until bubbly and golden.

Step 8

Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing.