Ultimate Lasagna Recipe That Will Wow Your Family Tonight

An easy lasagna recipe that layers flavorful ground beef, creamy cheeses, and rich marinara sauce, perfect for family dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 55

Resting Time 5

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meat Sauce

1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or sausage
2 cups Marinara Sauce Use homemade or your favorite jarred brand
1 cup Vegetable Broth Substitute with beef broth or more marinara if needed

For Layering

9 sheets Uncooked Lasagna Noodles No pre-cooking required
15 oz Ricotta Cheese Can substitute with cottage cheese
2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Low-fat options available
0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is best

For Garnish

Fresh Basil or Parsley Optional garnish for flavor

Equipment

12x8-inch baking dish
Large skillet

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with non-stick spray.
In a skillet, cook the crumbled ground beef over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes until fully browned.
Combine the marinara sauce and vegetable broth with the browned ground beef.
Spread one-third of the meat sauce in the baking dish, layering with noodles, ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan.
Repeat layering process until all ingredients are used.
Cover with foil and bake for 40-45 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 10 minutes.
Allow the lasagna to rest for 5 minutes before serving, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 24gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ideal for family dinners or entertaining friends. Leftovers can be stored for later enjoyment.

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