Easy Lazy Lasagna
A hearty, comforting lasagna made simple with layers of pasta, savory meat, and bubbly cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 9 pieces lasagna noodles
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage You can customize the meat according to preference.
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large pot, cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef or Italian sausage and brown until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
Assembly and Baking
- In a baking dish, spread a layer of meat sauce on the bottom.
- Lay down three lasagna noodles to cover the sauce.
- Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, then add a layer of mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat the layers of meat sauce, noodles, remaining ricotta mixture, and mozzarella.
- Finish with a final layer of meat sauce and sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let the lasagna rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For quicker preparation, consider using no-cook noodles. You can make this lasagna ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.