Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Easy Lasagna Recipe featuring no boil noodles! This classic Italian dish is a crowd-pleaser, combining savory ground beef and sweet Italian sausage with three delicious cheeses. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, this lasagna offers rich, hearty satisfaction without the hassle of boiling noodles. With minimal prep time and simple steps, you can enjoy a homemade meal that’s packed with flavor in just under 90 minutes. Elevate your dining experience by pairing it with garlic bread or a refreshing salad for the ultimate comfort food feast.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ pound sweet Italian sausage
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 48 ounces spaghetti sauce
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
- 12 lasagna noodles (no boil)
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350ºF and spray a 9×13 casserole dish with cooking spray.
- In a large skillet, brown ground beef and sausage over medium heat; drain fat. Stir in garlic and spaghetti sauce, simmer for five minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, 2 cups mozzarella, eggs, half of Parmesan, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Layer meat sauce on the bottom of the dish; add noodles, cheese mixture, and repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Top with remaining sauce and cheeses; bake covered with foil for 50 minutes, uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Let stand for ten minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (204g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, incorporate fresh herbs like basil or oregano into the cheese mixture. Customize your lasagna by adding vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms for a veggie option. This recipe can be prepared ahead of time; simply assemble and refrigerate until ready to bake.