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Easiest Lasagna

Easiest Lasagna with 6 Ingredients for Busy Nights

The Easiest Lasagna is a quick weeknight dinner made with just 6 ingredients, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Layer
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option.
For the Sauce
  • 1 jar Jarred Marinara Opt for homemade for a personal touch.
  • 1 cup Water Essential for cooking the noodles during baking.
For the Noodles
  • 12 ounces No-Boil Lasagna Noodles Look for 'oven-ready' types.
For the Cheese Filling
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Can be swapped with cottage cheese for a lighter alternative.
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Whole milk mozzarella creates a richer flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easiest Lasagna
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Gather your baking dish and aluminum foil cover.
  2. Pour half of the jarred marinara sauce in the baking dish and spread evenly.
  3. Place a layer of no-boil lasagna noodles over the marinara sauce, ensuring they're spaced evenly.
  4. Spread cooked lean ground beef over the noodles, followed by dollops of ricotta cheese, and top with half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
  5. Repeat the layering process with remaining ingredients and top it off with the rest of the mozzarella cheese.
  6. Pour about one cup of water around the edges of the baking dish.
  7. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  8. Uncover and bake for an additional 30 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are crispy.
  9. Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Allow the lasagna to rest before serving for easier slicing. Adjust baking time for high altitudes if needed.

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