Classic Lasagna

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 Here is a classic lasagna recipe with ingredients, measurements, and calories:

Ingredients:

- 8 lasagna noodles (120 calories)

- 1 pound ground beef (400 calories)

- 1 onion, chopped (40 calories)

- 3 cloves garlic, minced (10 calories)

- 2 cups marinara sauce (150 calories)

- 1 cup ricotta cheese (180 calories)

- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (280 calories)

- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (100 calories)

- 1 egg, beaten (70 calories)

- Salt and pepper to taste (0 calories)

- Fresh basil leaves, chopped (0 calories)

Total Calories: 1300 calories

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions.

3. In a large skillet, cook ground beef, onion, and garlic until browned.

4. Stir in marinara sauce and bring to a simmer.

5. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, salt, and pepper.

6. Spread a layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

7. Arrange 4 lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.

8. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles.

9. Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese and half of the Parmesan cheese.

10. Repeat the layers, starting with the noodles, then the marinara sauce, the ricotta mixture, and finally the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

11. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.

12. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (per serving):

- Calories: 325

- Total Fat: 18g

- Saturated Fat: 8g

- Cholesterol: 40mg

- Sodium: 450mg

- Total Carbohydrates: 25g

- Dietary Fiber: 2g

- Sugars: 8g

- Protein: 25g

Note: Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes.