Maggiano’s Lasagna Recipe
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this authentic Maggiano’s Lasagna, a dish that brings the heart of Italy right to your dining table. This recipe features rich layers of savory ground beef, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella, all enveloped in a flavorful marinara sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this lasagna is both satisfying and easy to prepare. With straightforward steps and accessible ingredients, even novice cooks can impress their loved ones with this classic Italian comfort food. Let the warm aroma fill your kitchen as you create this deliciously layered masterpiece that is sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Lasagna noodles
- Ground beef
- Ricotta cheese
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, cook ground beef until browned; drain excess fat and stir in marinara sauce.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with half of the parmesan, salt, pepper, and an optional egg until smooth.
- Start layering: spread meat sauce at the bottom of a greased baking dish, add noodles, half the ricotta mixture, and one-third of mozzarella.
- Repeat layers until all ingredients are used; top with remaining mozzarella and parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (170g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg