Easy Lasagna: Hearty Comfort Food for Family Dinners
By Sophia Reed
Prep
30 min
Cook
50 min
Total
80 min
Servings
4
Level
Easy
This easy lasagna recipe brings the comforting aroma of simmering marinara and bubbling cheese to your kitchen. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, it features a savory meat sauce complemented by creamy ricotta and melty mozzarella, creating a satisfying dish. With its rich layering and homemade taste, this lasagna feels special without requiring hours in the kitchen. It's a true family favorite that everyone will love.
Why you'll love this recipe
- Easy to assemble for busy weeknights
- Crowd-pleaser for family dinners
- Make-ahead friendly for stress-free entertaining
- Uses common ingredients found in most kitchens
Ingredients
- •1 tablespoon olive oil
- •1 cup chopped yellow onion
- •1 pound ground beef (can substitute with ground turkey or sausage)
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •1 teaspoon black pepper
- •3 cloves minced garlic
- •24 ounces marinara sauce (for best results, use quality store-bought)
- •1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
- •0.25 cup fresh parsley (or use dried if that's what you have)
- •12 ounces lasagna noodles (no-boil works too)
- •1 large egg (optional, for smoother ricotta filling)
- •15 ounces ricotta cheese
- •2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- •0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Cook lasagna noodles in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and cool.
- 3
Sauté onions in olive oil in a large skillet until soft and fragrant.
- 4
Add ground beef, seasoning with salt and pepper, and brown until no pink remains.
- 5
Stir in minced garlic, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and parsley; let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- 6
In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with a beaten egg, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
- 7
In a 9x13-inch baking dish, layer meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and more cheese; repeat layers.
- 8
Bake covered with foil for 35 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 10-15 minutes until bubbly.
- 9
Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- 10
Optionally, garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
FAQ
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
400
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