Easy Lasagna Recipe

Easy Lasagna Recipe is an easy, comforting meal you can make any night of the week.

introduction — Easy Lasagna Recipe

Easy Lasagna Recipe makes a warm, cheesy family dinner with simple steps and common ingredients.
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why make this recipe — Easy Lasagna Recipe

Easy Lasagna Recipe is great because it uses basic pantry items and feeds a crowd.
You get layers of sauce, ricotta, and melted cheese that most people love, and it reheats well for leftovers.
Pair with fresh greens or seasonal salads like those in Salads are an easy way to incorporate seasonal produce into your meals for a balanced plate.

how to make Easy Lasagna Recipe

Easy Lasagna Recipe is layered and baked until bubbly and golden.
Follow the steps below and the dish comes together with little fuss.
This dish also fits into holiday or picnic menus alongside other simple classics like easy 4th of July recipes.

Ingredients : Easy Lasagna Recipe

• 9 lasagna noodles
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions : Easy Lasagna Recipe

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
3. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread a layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
5. Place 3 noodles over sauce, then spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture over the noodles.
6. Add 1 cup of mozzarella cheese on top, then another layer of sauce.
7. Repeat layers, finishing with noodles, remaining sauce, and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
8. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
9. Remove foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
10. Let it cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

how to serve Easy Lasagna Recipe

Easy Lasagna Recipe is best served warm and slightly rested for clean slices.
Serve with a simple salad, garlic bread, or steamed vegetables to round out the meal.

how to store Easy Lasagna Recipe

Easy Lasagna Recipe stores well in the fridge for 3–4 days in an airtight container.
To freeze, wrap tightly and freeze up to 2 months; thaw in fridge before reheating.

tips to make Easy Lasagna Recipe

• Use no-boil noodles to save time if you prefer.
• Let the lasagna rest 10–15 minutes before cutting to keep slices neat.
• Use a mix of cheeses for richer flavor and better melt.
• If sauce is very watery, simmer it a bit to thicken before assembling.

variation — Easy Lasagna Recipe

• Add cooked ground beef or Italian sausage for a meat version.
• Swap marinara for a meat or vegetable ragu for deeper flavor.
• Make a veggie lasagna with spinach, mushrooms, and zucchini slices.

FAQs — Easy Lasagna Recipe

Q: Can I make Easy Lasagna Recipe ahead of time?
A: Yes. Assemble, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.

Q: How do I reheat Easy Lasagna Recipe?
A: Reheat individual slices in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15–20 minutes or in the microwave until heated through.

Q: What pan should I use for Easy Lasagna Recipe?
A: Use a 9×13-inch baking dish or similar deep pan. Buy it here.

Q: Can I use frozen lasagna for this recipe?
A: You can freeze the assembled lasagna and bake from thawed state for best results.

Q: Is there a gluten-free option for Easy Lasagna Recipe?
A: Yes. Use gluten-free lasagna noodles and check that your sauce is gluten-free.

Easy Lasagna Recipe

Easy Lasagna Recipe makes a warm, cheesy family dinner with simple steps and common ingredients.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 50 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Servings 8 servings

Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients

  

Pasta and Cheese

• 9 pieces lasagna noodles No-boil noodles can be used to save time.
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded Use a mix of cheeses for richer flavor.
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Sauce and Seasoning

• 2 cups marinara sauce Can be replaced with a meat or vegetable ragu for deeper flavor.
• 1 piece egg
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
• In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.

Assembly

• Spread a layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
• Place 3 noodles over sauce, then spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture over the noodles.
• Add 1 cup of mozzarella cheese on top, then another layer of sauce.
• Repeat layers, finishing with noodles, remaining sauce, and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

Baking

• Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
• Remove foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
• Let it cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Best served warm and slightly rested for clean slices. Stores well in the fridge for 3–4 days in an airtight container. Freezes up to 2 months; thaw in fridge before reheating. Let the lasagna rest 10–15 minutes before cutting to keep slices neat.

Keyword Cheesy Dish, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Family Meal, Lasagna