🍝 Classic Baked Lasagna (Meat & Cheese)

Here’s a rich, hearty, and classic recipe for Traditional Baked Lasagna — just like the golden, cheesy, meaty casserole in your image! This version features layers of pasta, savory meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melty mozzarella, baked until bubbly and browned. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or freezing for later.

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🍝 Classic Baked Lasagna (Meat & Cheese)

Layers of flavor, comfort, and nostalgia — this is lasagna done right.

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📋 Ingredients:

For the Meat Sauce:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef (or Italian sausage, or mix)
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz / 796ml) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (6 oz / 170g) tomato paste
• 1 cup (240ml) beef or chicken broth
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Cheese Filling:

• 15 oz (425g) ricotta cheese
• 1 large egg
• ¼ cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp dried parsley (or fresh)
• Salt & pepper to taste

For Assembly:

• 12 lasagna noodles (no-boil or regular — if using regular, cook al dente)
• 3 cups (345g) shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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