Simple Lasagna

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Simple Lasagna recipe, a no-fuss classic that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. Layers of rich, savory meat sauce made with browned ground beef and marinara are combined with creamy ricotta, melty mozzarella, and tender oven-ready lasagna noodles for a dish that’s as easy as it is satisfying. The ricotta mixture, enriched with Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning, adds a flavorful twist while cutting down on prep time. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe serves six hearty portions, making it ideal for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week. Finish it with a golden, bubbly cheese topping and allow it to rest for the perfect slice every time. Whether you're seeking a quick lasagna recipe or a hearty comfort food favorite, this dish delivers in taste, simplicity, and crowd-pleasing appeal.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 24 ounces jarred marinara sauce
• 9 pieces lasagna noodles (oven-ready)
• 15 ounces ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Stir the marinara sauce into the cooked beef and simmer for 5 minutes. Set aside.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, half of the Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Lay three of the lasagna noodles over the sauce.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Repeat the layering twice more: noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and sauce.

Step 9

Finish with a final layer of mozzarella and sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top.

Step 10

Cover the baking dish with foil, ensuring it doesn’t touch the cheese to prevent sticking.

Step 11

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 melted and bubbly.

Step 13

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2392.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4799.8

Total Fat 215.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 101.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 1001.9mg	0%
Sodium 6937.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 470.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.7g	0%
Total Sugars 51.9g
Protein 277.9g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 4079.2mg	0%
Iron 31.4mg	0%
Potassium 3795.8mg	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: 39.4%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 38.1%