Lasagna the Quick and Easy Way
Craving classic comfort food without the hours of prep? "Lasagna the Quick and Easy Way" is your go-to recipe for a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish made effortlessly. Featuring tender layers of no-boil lasagna noodles, a rich and savory meat sauce, and a creamy ricotta mixture seasoned with Italian herbs, this recipe is a perfect balance of convenience and flavor. Topped with gooey mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan, it bakes to golden, cheesy perfection in just under an hour. Ideal for busy weeknights or a casual dinner party, this easy lasagna recipe delivers all the deliciousness of a traditional lasagna with a fraction of the effort. Serve with garlic bread and a fresh side salad for a complete, satisfying meal. Keywords: quick lasagna recipe, easy Italian dinner, no-boil lasagna noodles, weeknight lasagna.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 24 ounces jarred marinara sauce
- 9 sheets no-boil lasagna noodles
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in the marinara sauce with the cooked ground beef and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Layer 3 sheets of no-boil lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
Spread one-third of the ricotta mixture evenly over the noodles, followed by one-third of the shredded mozzarella cheese, and sprinkle a thin layer of Parmesan cheese.
Spoon one-third of the meat sauce on top of the cheese layer.
Repeat the layers (noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, Parmesan, and meat sauce) two more times, ending with a final layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil (be careful not to let it touch the cheese to prevent sticking).
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Quick and Easy Lasagna!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5080 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 241.7 g | 310% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.8 g | 559% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1022 mg | 341% | |
| Sodium | 8796 mg | 382% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 468.4 g | 170% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.9 g | 107% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.8 g | ||
| Protein | 293.6 g | 587% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 4542 mg | 349% | |
| Iron | 32.7 mg | 182% | |
| Potassium | 3771 mg | 80% | |
*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.
