Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 ounces)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 12 sheets of lasagna noodles
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent (about 3-5 minutes).
  2. Add minced garlic, cook for an additional minute.
  3. Stir in ground meat; cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
  4. Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, egg, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  6. Boil lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  7. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a layer of meat sauce in the bottom of the baking dish.
  8. Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over noodles, followed by meat sauce and a sprinkle of mozzarella.
  9. Repeat layers, topping the final layer of noodles with remaining meat sauce and mozzarella.
  10. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
  11. Let lasagna cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.