Best 10 Easy Lasagna Ii Recipes

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Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients.

This article provides two recipes for lasagna: a classic lasagna and a vegetable lasagna. The classic lasagna is made with layers of pasta, cheese, and meat sauce. The vegetable lasagna is made with layers of pasta, cheese, and a variety of vegetables. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be made in about an hour.

The lasagna is made with layers of pasta sheets. The basic lasagna pasta is flat and wide, with a slightly wavy edge. It can be found in the pasta section of most grocery stores. For the cheese, most lasagna recipes call for a combination of ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Ricotta cheese is a soft, creamy cheese that adds moisture and richness to the lasagna. Mozzarella cheese is a semi-soft, white cheese that melts well and adds a stretchy texture to the lasagna. Parmesan cheese is a hard, grating cheese that adds a salty, nutty flavor to the lasagna.

Finally, the lasagna is assembled with layers of pasta, cheese, sauce, and vegetables. It is then baked in the oven until it is bubbly and golden brown. The lasagna is a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for a family meal or a special occasion.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

EASY LASAGNA RECIPE



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Truly the easiest lasagna recipe you'll ever make! No pre-cooking lasagna noodles, no grating cheeses, no homemade sauces. Yet it's so perfectly delicious!!

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h18m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb. 91% lean ground beef*
1 (25 oz) jar marinara sauce, (preferably Rao's tomato basil**)
1/2 cup vegetable broth
6 uncooked lasagna noodles ((not no boil, preferably use Barilla))
1 (15 oz) container ricotta cheese ((whole or part skim))
1 (8 oz) pkg. shredded mozzarella cheese***
1/2 cup grated or finely shredded parmesan cheese
2 Tbsp Chopped fresh basil or parsley ((optional))

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 12 by 8-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Heat a 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Crumble in beef and cook and break up beef until cooked through.
  • Remove from heat and stir in marinara sauce and vegetable broth (I like to swish the vegetable broth around in the empty jar of marinara sauce to remove any excess, totally optional).
  • To assemble lasagna, spread 1/3 of the marinara sauce (about 1 1/2 cups) into bottom of baking dish. Top with 3 uncooked lasagna noodles.
  • Spread 1/2 of the ricotta over the noodles using the back of a spoon. Top evenly with 1/2 of the mozzarella (1 cup) and 1/2 of the parmesan (1/4 cup). Top with another 1/3 of the sauce.
  • Add 3 more uncooked lasagna noodles then spread evenly with with remaining 1/2 of the ricotta. Pour and spread over last 1/3 of the sauce. Top with remaining 1/2 of the mozzarella and parmesan.
  • Cover tightly with foil (you can grease first if the top of the lasagna will be touching the foil so cheese doesn't stick), bake 40 - 45 minutes until pasta is fairly tender.
  • Remove foil then continue to bake uncovered 10 minutes, or until lasagna is just tender (not soggy. There will seem to be a little liquid on the sides still). Let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 34 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 103 mg, Sodium 777 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY LASAGNA



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For a supper to please a crowd, Pam Beerens of Evart, Michigan Layers Lasagna noodles with meat sauce and a tasty cottage cheese mixture to make this speedy version of a traditional favorite.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups 4% cottage cheese
1 large egg
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
9 lasagna noodles, cooked, rinsed and drained
4 cups Three-Meat Sauce
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, parsley, oregano and basil. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer a third of the noodles, sauce, cottage cheese mixture and mozzarella. Repeat layers twice. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes; uncover and bake 15-20 minutes longer or until bubbly. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 665mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

EASY LASAGNA II



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My family loves lasagna, but sometimes I lack the time for the long version. This is easy and satisfies everyone. Try it tonight!

Provided by Joanie Heger

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
32 ounces cottage cheese
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 eggs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons dried parsley
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
9 lasagna noodles
½ cup water

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat brown the ground beef. Drain the grease. Add spaghetti sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, 2 cups of the mozzarella cheese, eggs, half of the grated Parmesan cheese, dried parsley, salt and ground black pepper.
  • To assemble, in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish evenly spread 3/4 cup of the sauce mixture. Cover with 3 uncooked lasagna noodles, 1 3/4 cup of the cheese mixture, and 1/4 cup sauce. Repeat layers once more: top with 3 noodles, remaining sauce, remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Add 1/2 cup water to the edges of the pan. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degree F(175 degrees C) oven for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 89.5 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 870.3 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

EASY LASAGNA III



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Quick, easy lasagna that tastes great!

Provided by LIZ PEAK

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 ounces lasagna noodles
1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
3 cups cottage cheese
2 eggs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons dried parsley
salt and pepper to taste
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 (6.5 ounce) cans tomato sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add lasagna noodles and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a skillet, brown ground beef. Using a fork, mix cottage cheese, eggs, garlic powder, parsley, salt and pepper. In a separate bowl combine tomato paste and tomato sauce.
  • In a 9x13 inch baking pan, layer noodles, ground beef, tomato sauce mixture and cottage cheese mixture. Two layers of each will fit. Cover with tin foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove tin foil the last 8 minutes of baking time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.7 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Cholesterol 126.4 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 936.6 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

EASY LASAGNA I



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A super easy and fast beef lasagna recipe. It is made with a prepared sauce, and requires no boiling of the noodles.

Provided by Susan T.

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 (4.5 ounce) can mushrooms, drained
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (16 ounce) package cottage cheese
1 pint part-skim ricotta cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs
1 (16 ounce) package lasagna noodles
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet, cook and stir ground beef until brown. Add mushrooms and onions; saute until onions are transparent. Stir in pasta sauce, and heat through.
  • In a medium size bowl, combine cottage cheese, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and eggs.
  • Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 13x9 inch pan. Layer with uncooked lasagna noodles, cheese mixture, mozzarella cheese, and meat sauce. Continue layering until all ingredients are used, reserving 1/2 cup mozzarella. Cover pan with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes. Uncover, and top with remaining half cup of mozzarella cheese. Bake for an additional 15 minutes. Remove from oven, and let stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 701.6 calories, Carbohydrate 62.5 g, Cholesterol 141.8 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 44.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.5 g, Sodium 1058.2 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

SIMPLE LASAGNA



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Our Test Kitchen created tasty, cheesy homemade lasagna that couldn't be easier. This recipe even calls for no-cook noodles. Anyone can make this!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup ricotta cheese
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1 jar (14 ounces) spaghetti sauce with meat
4 no-cook lasagna noodles
1-1/3 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese and egg; set aside. Spread 1/3 cup sauce in an 8x4-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Top with one noodle. Spread 1/3 cup sauce to edges of noodle. Top with a third of reserved cheese mixture and 1/3 cup mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining noodle and sauce., Cover and bake at 400° for 25 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts :

SEAFOOD LASAGNA II



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This super rich, Alfredo based seafood lasagna is a huge hit in our family. It takes a while to prepare, but it is well worth it!

Provided by Sara Van Noy

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package lasagna noodles
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound baby portobello mushrooms, sliced
2 (16 ounce) jars Alfredo-style pasta sauce
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pound bay scallops
1 pound imitation crabmeat, chopped
20 ounces ricotta cheese
1 egg
black pepper
6 cups shredded Italian cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sautee garlic and mushrooms until tender. Pour in 2 jars Alfredo sauce. Stir in shrimp, scallops and crabmeat. Simmer 5 to 10 minutes, or until heated through. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg and pepper.
  • In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer noodles, ricotta mixture, Alfredo mixture and shredded cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ensuring that there is shredded cheese for the top.
  • Bake uncovered in preheated oven for 45 minutes. Cover, and bake 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 764.3 calories, Carbohydrate 44.4 g, Cholesterol 182.7 mg, Fat 46 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 45.7 g, SaturatedFat 21.7 g, Sodium 1726 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

EASY LASAGNA



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Make and share this Easy Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Meat

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1 (16 ounce) container cottage cheese, divided
2 cups grated mozzarella cheese, divided
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup water
2 (26 ounce) cans chunky spaghetti sauce
1 (12 ounce) box oven-ready lasagna noodles, uncooked

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the egg, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, cottage cheese, and 1 cup mozzarella cheese; set aside.
  • In a large skillet, brown the beef, onion, and garlic together until the beef is done; drain excess grease.
  • Add water and all but 1 cup of spaghetti sauce to beef.
  • Spread reserved spaghetti sauce into the bottom of a greased 13x9 inch pan.
  • Layer 5 to 6 lasagna noodles over the sauce, overlapping or breaking to fit.
  • Spread half the cheese mixture over the noodles.
  • Spoon a third of the beef mixture over the cheese layer.
  • Repeat layers once.
  • Add one more layer of 5 to 6 noodles and spoon remaining third of beef mixture over the top.
  • Cover and bake 50 minutes.
  • Sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese over the top.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

EASY WAY LASAGNA



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My son says he has eaten lasagna in so many restaurants, trying to find one as good as mine, but never has. So every time we visit him in Michigan I'm sure to make this for him.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     European

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

9 lasagna noodles
1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
8 ounces cottage cheese
1 egg
3/4 cup parmesan cheese
3 cups mozzarella cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In 13x9 pan, spoon a little of the sauce.
  • Place 3 lasagna noodles on the sauce.
  • Mix cottage cheese, egg, and parmesan cheese in a bowl.
  • Spread 1/3 of this over noodles.
  • Add 1/3 of the sauce.
  • Sprinkle with 1 cup mozzarella.
  • Now, add 3 more noodles, 1/3 more cottage cheese mixture, 1/3 more sauce.
  • Add 1 cup more mozzarella cheese.
  • One more time, do the layers.
  • Bake in 350°F oven for about 1 hour.
  • Top should be light brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.8, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 70.9, Sodium 732.8, Carbohydrate 28.4, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 6.5, Protein 21.3

QUICK 'N' EASY LASAGNA



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"I never have leftovers when I prepare this hearty crowd-pleaser," notes Brenda Richardson, Rison, Arkansas. "It's my son's favorite, and my husband and I like to make it on nights we have friends over to play cards."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

16 lasagna noodles
2 pounds ground beef
1 jar (28 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add spaghetti sauce; heat through. Rinse and drain the noodles., In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, layer a third of the meat sauce and half of the noodles and cheese. Repeat layers. Top with remaining meat sauce. , Cover and bake at 350° for 35 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 625 calories, Fat 28g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 1248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

Tips:

  • To make the lasagna ahead of time, assemble it completely and then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to bake, thaw overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for 1 hour. Then, bake according to the recipe instructions.
  • For a richer flavor, use a combination of ground beef and Italian sausage in the meat sauce.
  • Add a layer of chopped spinach or zucchini to the lasagna for an extra boost of vegetables.
  • If you don't have any ricotta cheese, you can substitute cottage cheese or cream cheese.
  • Be sure to use a good quality mozzarella cheese that will melt well.
  • Serve the lasagna with a side of garlic bread or a fresh salad.

Conclusion:

Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious lasagna that will rival any restaurant dish. So next time you are looking for a special meal to make, give this lasagna recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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