This Easy Lasagna Recipe features layers of tender pasta, hearty meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melty cheese. It’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing classic that’s simple to make and always satisfying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 Hour
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Ingredients
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9–12 lasagna noodles (no-boil or cooked)
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1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
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1 small onion, chopped
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2–3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
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1 tbsp tomato paste (optional)
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1½ cups ricotta cheese
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1 egg
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2 tbsp chopped parsley
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3 cups shredded mozzarella
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½ cup grated Parmesan
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
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Cook meat with onion and garlic. Add sauce, seasoning, and simmer 15 mins.
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In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, salt, and parsley.
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Layer in 9×13″ dish: sauce, noodles, ricotta, sauce, mozzarella—repeat x3.
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Top with cheese and bake at 375°F: covered 25 mins, uncovered 10–15 mins.
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Let rest 10–15 mins before slicing and serving.
Notes
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Use no-boil noodles to save time.
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Add sautéed veggies for a vegetarian version.
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Freeze unbaked lasagna up to 3 months.