Mary’s Easy Lasagna
Description: Make and share this Mary’s Easy Lasagna recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. This lasagna is a delicious and comforting meal perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a busy weeknight or a cozy weekend dinner with family and friends.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) based on 6 reviews.
Servings: 12
Yield: 1 pan lasagna
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 32 oz | Water |
| 3/4 tsp | Basil |
| 1 tsp | Oregano |
| 1 lb | Ground beef (hamburger) |
| 1 cup | Cottage cheese |
| 12 oz | Frozen chopped spinach |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1 lb | Mozzarella cheese |
| 1 cup | Parmesan cheese |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the spaghetti sauce and water. Tip: Use the water to rinse out the sauce jar to get every last bit of sauce.
- Add the browned and drained hamburger, basil, and oregano to the sauce mixture. Set aside.
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Prepare the Cheese Mixture:
- In another bowl, combine the drained cottage cheese and eggs. Set aside.
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Layer the Lasagna:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a 13×9 inch glass baking dish, ladle enough sauce to create a very thin layer on the bottom.
- Place 3 uncooked lasagna noodles evenly on top of the sauce layer.
- Ladle more sauce on top of the noodles, then add some of the spinach, followed by the cottage cheese mixture, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat these layers two more times.
- Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the top of the lasagna.
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Bake the Lasagna:
- Cover the baking dish tightly with foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let the lasagna sit for about 10 minutes to allow it to set up.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve your delicious Mary’s Easy Lasagna with a nice salad and your favorite Italian bread.
- Enjoy this comforting and flavorful dish with your loved ones!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 340.8
- Fat Content: 16.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 76.3mg
- Sodium Content: 649.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 22.4g
- Fiber Content: 3g
- Sugar Content: 5.6g
- Protein Content: 25.8g
This lasagna recipe is not only easy to make but also incredibly delicious, with layers of rich sauce, savory meat, creamy cheese, and nutritious spinach, all baked to perfection. Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or simply craving a comforting meal, Mary’s Easy Lasagna is sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you wanting more!
