Meghan's Easy Lasagna

Meghan's Easy Lasagna is the ultimate weeknight comfort food, combining hearty layers of tender lasagna noodles, savory ground beef simmered in marinara sauce, and a creamy ricotta cheese mixture infused with garlic and Italian seasoning. Topped with a bubbly blend of mozzarella and Parmesan, this crowd-pleasing casserole bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this family-friendly recipe effortlessly balances convenience and indulgence, making it ideal for busy schedules or casual entertaining. Serve it with a crisp salad or buttery garlic bread for a satisfying, classic Italian meal everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 pieces lasagna noodles
• 1 pound ground beef
• 24 ounces marinara sauce
• 15 ounces ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and lay them flat on a baking sheet or kitchen towel to prevent sticking.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.

Step 4

Stir in the marinara sauce with the cooked ground beef, and let it simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.

Step 6

Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 7

Place 3-4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, slightly overlapping. Spread one-third of the ricotta mixture evenly over the noodles.

Step 8

Sprinkle one-third of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the ricotta layer.

Step 9

Repeat the layers (sauce, noodles, ricotta, mozzarella/Parmesan) two more times, finishing with a layer of sauce and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan on top.

Step 10

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, ensuring the foil does not touch the cheese to prevent sticking.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Step 12

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2614.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5521.1

Total Fat 242.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 110.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 1041.9mg	0%
Sodium 5758.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 563.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.1g	0%
Total Sugars 38.8g
Protein 309.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 4492.5mg	0%
Iron 34.7mg	0%
Potassium 2816.4mg	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: 38.4%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 39.7%