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Easy Lasagna

This Easy Lasagna is a weeknight hero that combines layers of cheesy goodness and flavorful meat sauce, transforming ordinary evenings into a delicious experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 9 pieces Lasagna noodles Use the pre-cooked kind for quicker prep.
  • 1 lb Ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 2 cups Tomato sauce Choose your favorite brand or homemade.
  • 1 cup Ricotta cheese Mix with herbs for extra flavor.
  • 2 cups Cheese (mozzarella) Shredded for easy layering.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 teaspoons Italian herbs Basil and oregano recommended.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat a splash of olive oil and sauté chopped onion and garlic until they are translucent.
  3. Add ground beef, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs, and cook until it’s beautifully browned.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese with some extra salt, pepper, and herbs.
  6. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions.
Assembly
  1. Spread a layer of meat sauce in a baking dish, then alternate layers with noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese.
  2. Continue layering until you run out of ingredients, finishing with mozzarella on top.
Baking
  1. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  2. Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  3. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Feel free to add chopped spinach or zucchini between layers for extra nutrients. Letting lasagna rest helps the layers to set, making each slice perfect.