Easy Shortcut Lasagna
Indulge in the ultimate weeknight comfort food with this Easy Shortcut Lasagna, a flavorful twist on the classic dish that saves you time without compromising on taste. Featuring no-boil lasagna noodles, a rich marinara sauce, and a hearty layer of seasoned ground beef, this recipe is designed for convenience and maximum flavor. The creamy ricotta and mozzarella cheeses, combined with a hint of Parmesan and Italian seasoning, create the perfect cheesy topping with a golden, bubbly finish. Ready in just an hour with minimal prep, this lasagna recipe is ideal for busy families looking for a satisfying meal that feels homemade. Perfectly portioned to serve six, it’s a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with a fresh salad and garlic bread for an effortless, Italian-inspired feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 9 sheets no-boil lasagna noodles
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 1 lb ground beef
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it into small crumbles with a spoon. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
Pour 2 cups of marinara sauce into the skillet with the beef and stir to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until well blended.
Spread 1/2 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Place 3 no-boil lasagna noodles over the sauce, slightly overlapping them.
Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by 1/3 of the beef and marinara mixture, and 1/3 of the shredded mozzarella. Repeat the layers two more times, ending with mozzarella on top.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your easy shortcut lasagna!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.7 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.7 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 152 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 957 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 36.1 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 522 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 253 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
