Easy Lasagna: Hearty Comfort Food for Family Dinners
By Sophia Reed
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
