Easy Way Lasagna

Dive into the comforting, family-friendly goodness of this "Easy Way Lasagna," a foolproof recipe that delivers hearty layers of flavor without the hassle. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this dish combines tender lasagna noodles, a savory ground beef and marinara sauce blend, and a creamy ricotta cheese mixture infused with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and Parmesan. Topped with bubbly mozzarella, it's baked to golden perfection in just under an hour. With a simple prep process and a balance of rich, classic ingredients, this lasagna guarantees satisfaction for up to 8 servings. Whether you're hosting a casual dinner or meal-prepping for the week, this crowd-pleaser is your go-to for effortless Italian-inspired comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

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 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 black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and lay them flat on a sheet of parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Step 3

While the noodles cook, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully browned. Drain any excess grease.

Step 4

Stir the marinara sauce into the cooked ground beef and let it simmer on low heat for 5 minutes.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Place 3 cooked lasagna noodles over the sauce, slightly overlapping them if needed.

Step 8

Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by 1/3 of the meat sauce. Repeat the layers two more times (noodles, ricotta, meat sauce).

Step 9

For the final layer, place the last 3 noodles on top and cover with the remaining meat sauce. Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.

Step 10

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and 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 lightly golden.

Step 12

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3575.2 grams (3575.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5524

Total Fat 242.00g	310%
Saturated Fat 110.40g	552%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.30g
Cholesterol 1042mg	347%
Sodium 5788mg	252%
Total Carbohydrate 563.80g	205%
Dietary Fiber 30.40g	109%
Total Sugars 38.80g
Protein 309.50g	619%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 4555mg	350%
Iron 35mg	194%
Potassium 2830mg	60%

*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: 39.8%