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Delicious quick and easy lasagna served in a dish

Quick & Easy Lasagna

A comforting classic dish featuring layers of no-boil noodles, rich sauce, and creamy cheeses, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lasagna
  • 12 pieces No-boil lasagna noodles
  • 1 lb Ground beef or Italian sausage Can substitute with ground turkey for a lighter version.
  • 1 jar Jarred marinara sauce Choose your favorite brand.
  • 15 oz Ricotta cheese
  • 16 oz Mozzarella cheese Shredded or sliced, for topping.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated for flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Helps bind the cheese mixture.
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef or sausage over medium heat and drain any excess fat.
  3. Add marinara sauce to the meat and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  4. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Assembly
  1. Layer the ingredients in a baking dish starting with sauce, then noodles, followed by the ricotta mixture, and mozzarella. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with sauce and mozzarella on top.
  2. Cover with foil and bake for about 25 minutes.
  3. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serving
  1. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For best flavor, season every layer well. You can add fresh herbs or grated vegetables. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for later enjoyment.