Brenda's Lasagna

Rich, gooey ricotta and mozzarella are accented by tangy Cheddar, layered with ground beef and a garlicky tomato sauce.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 643 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 pint ricotta cheese
• 1 (16 ounce) package lasagna noodles
• 1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
• 0.5 pound shredded Cheddar cheese
• 0.5 pound shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown beef and season with salt and pepper; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce and garlic and simmer 5 minutes.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine mozzarella, Cheddar and ricotta; stir well. In 9x13 inch pan, alternate layers of noodles, meat mixture and cheese mixture until pan is filled.

Step 4

Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.