Very Easy Lasagna

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this "Very Easy Lasagna," a foolproof recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. Made with hearty layers of savory ground beef simmered in marinara sauce, creamy ricotta infused with Italian seasoning, and a melty duo of mozzarella and Parmesan, this dish delivers classic lasagna flavors without the fuss. The use of oven-ready lasagna noodles streamlines the process, while a quick prep time of just 20 minutes ensures you can have this crowd-pleasing meal in the oven in no time. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this easy lasagna recipe is rich, satisfying, and perfect for serving a hungry table of six. Pair it with a crisp green salad and garlic bread for a complete Italian-inspired feast!

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 marinara sauce
• 15 ounces ricotta cheese
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 unit large egg
• 9 sheets oven-ready lasagna noodles
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Stir in the marinara sauce, salt, and black pepper into the cooked beef. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, and dried Italian seasoning. Mix well to form the cheese mixture.

Step 5

Spread about 1/2 cup of the meat sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 6

Layer 3 oven-ready lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread 1/3 of the cheese mixture on top of the noodles, followed by 1/3 of the remaining meat sauce. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella over the layer.

Step 7

Repeat the layering process—noodles, cheese mixture, meat sauce, and mozzarella—two more times, ending with a final layer of meat sauce and the remaining mozzarella cheese (about 1 cup).

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, making sure the foil does not touch the cheese.

Step 9

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

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2510.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5088.5

Total Fat 248.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 116.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 1028.6mg	0%
Sodium 5895.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 439.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.9g	0%
Total Sugars 33.0g
Protein 299.9g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 4829.2mg	0%
Iron 26.9mg	0%
Potassium 2135.9mg	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: 43.0%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 33.8%