Description
Easy Lasagna is the ultimate comfort food that combines layers of rich flavors and textures in a simple, hearty dish. This recipe features tender lasagna noodles, savory ground beef, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella, all enveloped in a luscious marinara sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, Easy Lasagna brings family and friends together for a delicious shared experience. With minimal prep and cooking time, you can serve up a warm plate of nostalgia that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 no-boil lasagna noodles
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
- 3 cups whole milk shredded mozzarella cheese
- 24 oz marinara sauce (no added sugars)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat and stir in marinara sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Spread marinara sauce at the bottom of the baking dish. Layer noodles, half of the meat mixture, and half of the ricotta mixture. Repeat layers until ingredients are used.
- Top with the last layer of noodles, remaining marinara sauce, and sprinkle with leftover mozzarella and additional Parmesan.
- Cover with foil (avoiding cheese) and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg