Melissa's Easy Lasagna

Melissa's Easy Lasagna is the ultimate comfort food, delivering all the classic flavors you crave with none of the fuss! This family-friendly recipe layers tender lasagna noodles with a savory ground beef and marinara sauce, a creamy ricotta-Parmesan blend, and gooey mozzarella cheese for the perfect balance of hearty and cheesy goodness. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this lasagna brings convenience to the table while still tasting like an all-day labor of love. Baked until bubbling with a golden crust, it’s perfect for casual weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends. Serve this irresistible dish with a crisp green salad and garlic bread for a truly satisfying meal. Keywords: easy lasagna recipe, classic Italian dish, family-friendly dinner, quick prep comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 pieces lasagna noodles
• 1 pound ground beef
• 24 ounces jarred marinara sauce
• 15 ounces ricotta cheese
• 16 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black 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 package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Stir the marinara sauce into the browned beef. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 6

In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom.

Step 7

Add a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce, overlapping slightly.

Step 8

Spread a layer of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by a layer of meat sauce, and then a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 9

Repeat the layering process (noodles, ricotta mixture, meat sauce, mozzarella cheese) until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of mozzarella cheese on top.

Step 10

Cover the baking dish with foil, ensuring the foil doesn't touch the cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2802.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6247.7

Total Fat 281.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 132.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 1143.6mg	0%
Sodium 9570.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 602.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.5g	0%
Total Sugars 57.8g
Protein 355.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 5732.4mg	0%
Iron 39.4mg	0%
Potassium 4437.6mg	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: 39.8%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 37.9%