Lazy Day Lasagna
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with "Lazy Day Lasagna" — a no-fuss recipe perfect for busy weeknights. This simplified version of a classic Italian favorite uses oven-ready lasagna noodles and jarred marinara sauce to cut prep time while delivering the same rich, hearty flavors you love. Layers of tender noodles, savory ground beef or Italian sausage, creamy ricotta blended with Parmesan and Italian seasoning, and gooey mozzarella are baked to perfection in just under an hour. With only 15 minutes of prep and pantry staples doing all the heavy lifting, this easy lasagna recipe is a lifesaver when you crave a homemade dinner without the hassle. Serve it with a crisp green salad and garlic bread for a satisfying meal the whole family will adore.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 sheets Oven-ready lasagna noodles
- 1 pound Ground beef or Italian sausage
- 24 ounces Jarred marinara sauce
- 15 ounces Ricotta cheese
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef or Italian sausage until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease, then stir in the jarred marinara sauce. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
Place 4 sheets of oven-ready lasagna noodles on top of the sauce, slightly overlapping if necessary.
Spread one-third of the ricotta cheese mixture evenly over the noodles.
Sprinkle one-third of the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the ricotta mixture.
Pour one-third of the remaining meat sauce over the cheeses, spreading it evenly.
Repeat the layers (noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and meat sauce) two more times, finishing with a layer of meat sauce and a sprinkle of additional mozzarella on top.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
Allow the lasagna to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5388 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 218.7 g | 280% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.6 g | 508% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 982 mg | 327% | |
| Sodium | 6966 mg | 303% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 593.4 g | 216% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.2 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.8 g | ||
| Protein | 298.3 g | 597% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 4102 mg | 316% | |
| Iron | 36.5 mg | 203% | |
| Potassium | 3943 mg | 84% | |
*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.
