Easy Way Lasagna Recipe 🍝

Description:

Are you ready to impress your family with a lasagna recipe that will have them begging for more? Look no further than this Easy Way Lasagna recipe! It’s a tried-and-true favorite that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Plus, it’s so delicious that your son might just declare it better than any restaurant version he’s ever tried!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories per Serving: 343.8

Ingredients:

9 lasagna noodles
1 cup cottage cheese
1 egg
8 oz parmesan cheese
3 cups mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup marinara sauce (or your favorite pasta sauce)

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare Pan: In a 13×9 inch baking pan, spoon a thin layer of marinara sauce evenly across the bottom.
Layer Noodles: Place 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce, covering the bottom of the pan.
Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, egg, and grated parmesan cheese. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
First Cheese Layer: Spread 1/3 of the cottage cheese mixture evenly over the noodles in the pan.
Add Sauce: Pour 1/3 of the marinara sauce over the cottage cheese mixture, spreading it out to cover evenly.
Sprinkle Cheese: Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce layer.
Repeat Layers: Repeat the layers: noodles, cottage cheese mixture, sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
Final Layer: For the final layer, place the remaining 3 lasagna noodles on top, followed by the remaining cottage cheese mixture, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
Bake: Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the lasagna is hot and bubbly.
Serve: Once baked, remove the foil and let the lasagna rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. The top should be golden brown and deliciously bubbly!

Tips:

For a twist, try adding layers of sautéed vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers between the cheese and sauce layers.
To make this recipe even quicker, you can use no-boil lasagna noodles. Just be sure to add a little extra sauce to the layers to ensure the noodles cook properly.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months. Simply reheat in the oven or microwave for a quick and easy meal.

Dietary Information:

Calories: 343.8 per serving
Fat: 15.7g
- Saturated Fat: 8.3g
Cholesterol: 70.9mg
Sodium: 732.8mg
Carbohydrates: 28.4g
- Fiber: 2.1g
- Sugar: 6.5g
Protein: 21.3g

This Easy Way Lasagna recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or hosting a dinner party, everyone will be asking for seconds! So go ahead, give it a try, and enjoy the deliciousness of homemade lasagna like never before! 🎉