To create a flavorful lasagna, alongside basic ingredients like onion, garlic, salt, and pepper, you will need to prepare some crushed tomatoes, dried basil, and oregano.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
- 6 oz tomato paste
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- In a pan, heat olive oil, and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add beef and cook until browned; drain excess fat if needed.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Mix well.
- Add basil, oregano, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir.
- Let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes to meld flavors and thicken.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.