Three Cheese Lasagna Recipe
This easy lasagna recipe brings together three cheeses, rich tomato sauce, and hearty layers that are perfect for weeknights or gatherings. From cheesy indulgence to kid-approved flavours, this is the best lasagna recipe to bookmark.
How to Make
- 1.
Simmer the Sauce
Heat olive oil in a large pan. Add onions and cook till translucent. Add garlic and sauté for a minute. Add ground meat and cook till browned. Stir in crushed tomatoes, sauce, paste, and dried herbs. Let it simmer for 25 minutes. This is the flavour base of your best lasagna recipe.
- 2.
Boil the Noodles
Cook lasagna noodles in salted water as per the packet instructions. Drain and lay them out on parchment so they don’t stick. You can also add a dash of oil to the water for smooth separation.
- 3.
Mix the Cheese Layer
In a bowl, mix ricotta, beaten egg, and parsley until creamy. You can also add finely chopped spinach if your kids run from greens—hidden veggie success.
- 4.
Layer Like a Pro
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a baking dish, layer in this order: a spoonful of meat sauce, 3 noodles, ricotta mix, meat sauce again, a mix of mozzarella + parmesan. Repeat this till you reach the top.
- 5.
Bake That Beauty
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then remove foil and bake for another 15–20 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly. Let it rest for 10 minutes—hardest part, we know.
- 6.
Serve and Shine
Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot. This cheese lasagna recipe tastes even better the next day. Perfect for lunchboxes and second servings.
Facts About These Ingredients
- Lasagna noodles are believed to have originated in Ancient Greece but were popularised in Italy.
- Ricotta cheese is actually made from leftover whey and gives your lasagna a light, creamy layer.
- Mozzarella provides that stretchy, stringy cheese pull every kid waits for.
- Parmesan adds that savoury depth and crisp top when baked.