One Step Lasagna

Savor the ultimate comfort food with this effortless One Step Lasagna! Perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners, this dish skips the hassle of pre-boiling noodles thanks to oven-ready lasagna sheets and a clever addition of water to the baking dish. Layers of savory marinara meat sauce, creamy ricotta cheese, and gooey mozzarella come together in a symphony of flavors, accentuated by Italian seasoning, Parmesan, and a touch of spice. Requiring just 15 minutes of prep time, this lasagna bakes to perfection in an hour, filling your kitchen with irresistible aromas. Serve this melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece for a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal that’s as simple as it is delicious. Perfect for keywords like "easy lasagna recipe," "oven-ready lasagna," and "quick comfort food dinner."

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 sheets Lasagna noodles (uncooked, oven-ready)
• 1 pound Ground beef or Italian sausage
• 24 ounces Marinara sauce
• 15 ounces Ricotta cheese
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 2 teaspoons Dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or Italian sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up into crumbles. Drain excess grease if necessary.

Step 3

Stir the marinara sauce into the cooked meat and set aside.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.

Step 5

In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread about 1 cup of the meat sauce on the bottom to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Layer 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce (they may overlap slightly).

Step 7

Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture evenly over the noodles, then spoon 1/3 of the remaining meat sauce on top. Repeat this process two more times, ending with a layer of meat sauce on top.

Step 8

Pour 1 cup of water evenly around the edges of the dish, ensuring it seeps to the bottom. This will help cook the noodles without pre-boiling.

Step 9

Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 50 minutes.

Step 10

Carefully remove the foil and top the lasagna with the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.

Step 11

Return to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2769.8 grams (2769.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5090

Total Fat 228.10g	292%
Saturated Fat 111.20g	556%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 1022mg	341%
Sodium 7005mg	305%
Total Carbohydrate 490.20g	178%
Dietary Fiber 24.40g	87%
Total Sugars 26.80g
Protein 297.10g	594%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 4514mg	347%
Iron 20mg	112%
Potassium 2212mg	47%

*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: 39.5%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 37.7%