Ultra Quick Lasagna

Meet your new weeknight dinner hero: Ultra Quick Lasagna! This irresistible lasagna recipe combines all the rich, cheesy comfort of traditional lasagna with a fraction of the prep time, thanks to no-boil lasagna noodles and store-bought marinara sauce. Featuring layers of creamy ricotta, gooey mozzarella, and savory parmesan, this dish also offers the option to add hearty ground beef or Italian sausage for extra flavor. A quick simmer with garlic powder and Italian seasoning elevates the sauce, while a bake time of just 25 minutes ensures you’ll have a bubbling, golden masterpiece on the table in no time. Perfect for busy families or last-minute gatherings, Ultra Quick Lasagna is the ultimate hassle-free way to enjoy an Italian classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 9 sheets no-boil lasagna noodles
• 24 oz store-bought marinara sauce
• 15 oz ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups grated parmesan cheese
• 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage (optional)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

If using, cook ground beef or Italian sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease.

Step 2

Stir the marinara sauce into the cooked meat (if using) and season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes and remove from heat.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 4

In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread 1/2 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Layer 3 no-boil lasagna noodles over the sauce.

Step 6

Spread 1/3 of the ricotta cheese over the noodles, then sprinkle with 1/3 of the shredded mozzarella and 2 tablespoons of grated parmesan.

Step 7

Spoon 1/3 of the marinara sauce evenly over the cheese layer.

Step 8

Repeat this process two more times: noodles, ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, and sauce. End with a final layer of the marinara sauce.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese generously on top.

Step 10

Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Let the lasagna rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Ultra Quick Lasagna!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1911.9 grams (1911.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4216

Total Fat 173.80g	223%
Saturated Fat 75.30g	376%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 518mg	173%
Sodium 6439mg	280%
Total Carbohydrate 444.20g	162%
Dietary Fiber 29.80g	106%
Total Sugars 50.70g
Protein 233.30g	467%

Vitamin D 32IU	159%
Calcium 2320mg	178%
Iron 34mg	190%
Potassium 3445mg	73%

*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: 36.6%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 41.6%