Lasagna is the ultimate comfort food — rich, hearty, and layered with love. With tender noodles, savory ground beef, and a creamy trio of cheeses, this recipe delivers everything you crave in a classic Italian-inspired dish. Whether you’re cooking for a holiday gathering or a cozy family dinner, this step-by-step guide will help you create a lasagna that’s both impressive and deeply satisfying.
Ingredients
Meat Sauce
Ingredient
Amount
Ground sirloin
2 lbs
Meat-flavored spaghetti sauce
24 oz
Salt
½ tablespoon
Black pepper
½ tablespoon
Garlic powder
½ tablespoon
Cheese Mixture
Ingredient
Amount
Sour cream
8 oz
Small curd cottage cheese
8 oz
Cream cheese (room temp)
6 oz
Grated Parmesan cheese
6 tablespoons
Salt
1 teaspoon
Pasta
Ingredient
Amount
Lasagna noodles (cooked)
12
Topping Cheeses
Ingredient
Amount
Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups
Shredded mozzarella cheese
2 cups
How to Make It
Step 1: Prepare the Meat Sauce
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, brown the ground sirloin over medium-high heat. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Drain excess fat, then stir in the spaghetti sauce. Simmer on low until ready to layer.
Step 2: Make the Cheese Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, cottage cheese, and softened cream cheese.
Add 3 tablespoons of Parmesan and 1 teaspoon of salt.
Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Cook the Noodles
Boil lasagna noodles according to package instructions (about 10 minutes).
Drain and lay flat on a tray to cool and prevent sticking.
Step 4: Assemble the Lasagna
Lightly grease a deep 9×13-inch baking dish.
Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom.
Layer 3 noodles, followed by ⅓ of the meat sauce and ⅓ of the cheese mixture.
Smooth gently with a spoon.
Step 5: Add the Cheeses
Sprinkle ⅓ of the cheddar and mozzarella over the cheese mixture.
Add a touch of Parmesan for extra flavor.
Repeat layers two more times, ending with noodles on top.
Step 6: Final Cheese Layer
Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese, covering evenly.
Step 7: Bake
Bake uncovered for 40 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
For a crisp top, broil on low for 5–8 minutes, watching closely.
Step 8: Rest and Serve
Let the lasagna rest for 30 minutes before slicing.
