How to Make Lasagna

* 1 pound ground beef

* 1/2 cup chopped onion

* 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper

* 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained

* 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste

* 1 teaspoon dried oregano

* 1 teaspoon dried basil

* 1/2 teaspoon salt

* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

* 9 lasagna noodles

* 15 ounces ricotta cheese

* 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

* 1 egg

* 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Meat Sauce

1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef, onion, and green bell pepper over medium heat until the beef is no longer pink and the vegetables are softened.

Step 2: Add the Tomatoes and Seasonings

2. Drain the beef and vegetables and return them to the skillet.

3. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.

4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.

Step 3: Cook the Lasagna Noodles

5. While the sauce is simmering, cook the lasagna noodles according to the package directions. Drain the noodles and set them aside.

Step 4: Mix the Ricotta Filling

6. In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, and salt.

Step 5: Assemble the Lasagna

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

1. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

2. Spread 1 cup of the meat sauce on the bottom of the dish.

3. Top with 3 lasagna noodles, then 1/2 of the ricotta filling, then 1 cup of the meat sauce, and then 1 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese.

4. Repeat the layers, ending with the remaining lasagna noodles, meat sauce, and mozzarella cheese.

Step 6: Bake the Lasagna

5. Cover the lasagna with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the lasagna is bubbly and the cheese is melted and browned.

Step 7: Let the Lasagna Rest and Serve

6. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.