Brooke's Easy Lasagna

Bring comfort food to your table with Brooke's Easy Lasagna, a no-fuss recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy family gatherings. Featuring layers of tender lasagna noodles, rich and savory meat sauce, and creamy, cheesy goodness from ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan, this classic dish is elevated with a touch of Italian seasoning for added flavor. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a straightforward assembly process, this recipe is ideal for busy cooks seeking homemade taste without the hassle. Serve up this hearty, crowd-pleasing lasagna with a side of garlic bread and a fresh green salad for a meal that's as satisfying as it is simple. Perfect for lasagna lovers, family dinners, and Italian cuisine enthusiasts, Brooke's Easy Lasagna is a recipe you'll turn to time and time again!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 24 ounces Marinara sauce
• 15 ounces Ricotta cheese
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 unit Large egg
• 12 sheets Lasagna noodles
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease if necessary.

Step 3

Stir in the marinara sauce and water. Let simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions until just al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 6

In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread 1 cup of the meat sauce across the bottom.

Step 7

Layer 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, slightly overlapping them if needed.

Step 8

Spread one-third of the ricotta mixture evenly over the noodles, followed by one-third of the remaining meat sauce.

Step 9

Repeat the layers (noodles, ricotta mixture, meat sauce) two more times, ending with a layer of meat sauce on top.

Step 10

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the top layer of meat sauce.

Step 11

Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 13

Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2689.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5327.4

Total Fat 226.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 948.3mg	0%
Sodium 6222.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 561.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.1g	0%
Total Sugars 39.0g
Protein 292.7g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 4070.8mg	0%
Iron 35.2mg	0%
Potassium 2796.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.4%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 41.1%