Grandma's Italian Lasagna
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Grandma's Italian Lasagna

Grandma's Italian Lasagna is a classic comfort dish with layers of rich meat sauce, creamy cheese, and tender noodles. Each bite is a taste of nostalgia and warmth, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners.

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Total Time 70 minutes
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Difficulty Medium
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Servings 5
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Category Main Dishes

๐Ÿฅ˜ Ingredients (AI's Shopping List)

โœจ The AI has assembled this ingredient list. It's probably right... mostly!

๐Ÿ”ง Equipment

Required:

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowls

โฐ Timing

Prep Time: 30 min
Cook Time: 40 min
Total Time: 70 min

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿณ Instructions (The AI's Game Plan)

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  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).

    โฑ๏ธ 5 min (ish) ๐ŸŒก๏ธ 375ยฐF
    AI Wisdom: Ensure the oven is fully preheated before starting.
  2. 2

    In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the onions and garlic, sautรฉ until softened.

    โฑ๏ธ 10 min (ish) ๐ŸŒก๏ธ Medium heat
    AI Wisdom: Break up the beef into small pieces while cooking.
  3. 3

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, then remove from heat.

    โฑ๏ธ 10 min (ish) ๐ŸŒก๏ธ Medium heat
    AI Wisdom: Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. 4

    In a bowl, combine ricotta, 1 1/2 cups mozzarella, parmesan, and egg. Mix well.

    โฑ๏ธ 5 min (ish)
    AI Wisdom: This is your cheese mixture.
  5. 5

    To assemble the lasagna, spread a thin layer of meat sauce in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place a layer of lasagna noodles, followed by a layer of cheese mixture. Repeat the layers, ending with meat sauce on top.

    โฑ๏ธ 15 min (ish)
    AI Wisdom: Ensure noodles are fully covered with sauce to prevent them from drying out.
  6. 6

    Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese.

    AI Wisdom: This will give a golden, cheesy crust.
  7. 7

    Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and browned on top.

    โฑ๏ธ 30 min (ish) ๐ŸŒก๏ธ 375ยฐF
    AI Wisdom: Check for bubbling sauce and melted cheese to know it's done.
  8. 8

    Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving to set and avoid burning your mouth.

    โฑ๏ธ 10 min (ish)
    AI Wisdom: Resting allows the layers to set for easier slicing.
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