Best 7 Three Layer Cheesy Lasagna Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece with our Three-Layer Cheesy Lasagna, a delectable dish that tantalizes taste buds and elevates any occasion. This lasagna is not just any ordinary pasta dish; it's a symphony of flavors and textures, a harmonious blend of rich cheeses, savory meats, and tender pasta sheets, all baked to perfection.

Three layers of lasagna noodles are generously coated with creamy béchamel sauce, a velvety blend of milk, butter, and flour, infused with aromatic nutmeg and a hint of black pepper. Between each layer, a hearty filling of seasoned ground beef, sweet Italian sausage, and earthy mushrooms captivates the palate.

A generous sprinkling of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses adds a symphony of flavors, melting into a golden-brown crust that beckons you to take a bite. The lasagna emerges from the oven, a spectacle of culinary art, its aroma wafting through the air, promising an unforgettable dining experience.

Our recipe collection features variations of this classic dish, catering to diverse tastes and dietary preferences. From the traditional meat-based lasagna to vegetarian and gluten-free options, each recipe is a testament to the versatility of this beloved dish.

Embark on a culinary journey with our Three-Layer Cheesy Lasagna, a dish that embodies comfort, indulgence, and the joy of sharing a delicious meal with loved ones.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

THREE-CHEESE SAUSAGE LASAGNA



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Here's a nice alternative to traditional lasagna, and it's so easy to prepare! It has a simple white sauce and lots of savory Italian sausage. -Lesley Cormier Pepperell, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
6 tablespoons butter
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
3 cups 2% milk
9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
6 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese, cut in half
6 slices provolone cheese, cut in half
1/3 cup grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside. , In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat., In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, layer with a fourth of the white sauce, three noodles, half of the sausage and four pieces each of mozzarella and provolone cheeses. Repeat layers once. Spoon half of the remaining sauce over the top. Layer with remaining noodles, sauce, mozzarella and provolone cheeses; sprinkle with Romano cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 21g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 756mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

THREE LAYER CHEESY LASAGNA



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Make and share this Three Layer Cheesy Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bsmith1

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (9 ounce) box no-boil lasagna noodles, uncooked
2 eggs
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 lb bulk Italian sausage (cook, crumble and drain) or 1 lb ground beef (cook, crumble and drain)
2 (24 ounce) jars pasta sauce or 2 (24 ounce) jars marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Brown meat with onion and garlic. Drain grease off.
  • In medium bowl, beat eggs, Stir in ricotta, 2 cups of mozzarella and the Parmesan.
  • Spoon half jar of sauce on bottom of pan; layer with 2 sheets lasagna noodles, half ricotta mixture and browned meat, and remaining sauce from first jar. Add 1 cup of mozzarella. Layer 2 sheets lasagna noodles, remaining ricotta mixture and browned meat, and half of the second jar of sauce. Top with 2 sheets, remaining sauce and 1 cup of mozzarella.
  • Bake, covered with foil until bubbly, 50-60 minutes. Uncover and continue cooking until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.8, Fat 30.4, SaturatedFat 14.1, Cholesterol 114.3, Sodium 1144, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 11.9, Protein 22.8

CHEESY LASAGNA



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The four different types of cheese make this lasagna a real crowd-pleaser. You can vary the amount of mozzarella, Monterey Jack, provolone and Parmesan to suit your preference. For our family, the more cheese, the better.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
3 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3 to 4 teaspoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
8 ounces sliced provolone cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato paste, water, brown sugar, oregano, vinegar and garlic powder., In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, spread 1 cup of meat sauce. Layer with three noodles, 1 cup meat sauce and mozzarella cheese; three noodles, 1 cup meat sauce and Monterey Jack cheese; three noodles, 1 cup meat sauce, provolone cheese and the Parmesan cheese., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Fat 20g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 398mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

THREE LAYER LASAGNE WITH RICOTTA AND MEAT SAUCE | BARILLA



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Looking for an easy lasagna recipe? Try Barilla's three layer lasagna recipe with ricotta and meat sauce for an easy to make meal that the whole family will love.

Provided by Barilla

Categories     Blue Box

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ box Barilla® Wavy Lasagne
2 jars Barilla® Marinara Sauce
1 pound bulk Italian sausage or ground beef, cooked and drained
1 15-oz container ricotta cheese
4 cups (16-oz) shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup (2-oz) Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated
2 eggs, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375° F.
  • Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions; drain and separate.
  • In a large saucepan, combine cooked meat and 1 ½ jars sauce, simmer 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine Ricotta cheese, 3 ½ cups mozzarella cheese, Parmigiano cheese and eggs.
  • Grease a 13 x 9 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Spread ¾ cup Barilla sauce over the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Place 3-4 lasagne sheets on the bottom, slightly overlapping.
  • Spread half of the cheese mixture over lasagne and cover with ½ of the meat sauce.
  • Repeat for 2 more layers.
  • Cover last layer with remaining lasagne sheets and remaining Barilla sauce.
  • Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake additional 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

SUPER CHEESY HOMETOWN LASAGNA



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h5m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 pounds lean ground beef
One 16-ounce can tomato sauce
One 6-ounce can tomato paste
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic salt
2 bay leaves
1 medium yellow onion, grated
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan
1 pound ricotta
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic salt
Pinch red pepper flakes, optional
1 large egg
One 9-ounce package no-boil lasagna noodles (16 noodles)
12 slices boiled ham (about 1/2 pound)
12 slices provolone (about 3/4 pound)
1 1/2 pounds low-moisture mozzarella, grated (I like Polly-O; 5 to 6 cups)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • For the meat sauce: In a stockpot or Dutch oven, combine the beef (do not brown first), tomato sauce, tomato paste, chili powder, sugar, salt, pepper, garlic salt, bay leaves and onion. Add 2 cups water. Mix until combined. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Stir in the vinegar and simmer for another 30 minutes.
  • For the lasagna: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and place the dish on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • In a medium bowl combine the ricotta, basil, parsley, garlic salt, red pepper flakes, if using, and egg and stir until well blended.
  • Spread 2 cups meat sauce across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Place 4 noodles over the sauce-it is okay if they overlap slightly. Dollop 2/3 cup of the ricotta mixture on the noodles, then spread it in an even layer. Top the ricotta with 4 slices ham, then 4 slices provolone. Sprinkle 1 cup mozzarella over the provolone. Repeat the layering-sauce, noodles, ricotta, ham, provolone, mozzarella-twice more. Top with another layer of noodles, then the Parmesan and the remaining mozzarella.
  • Cover the baking dish tightly with foil. Bake until the dish is bubbling and the noodles are cooked (you can test by poking with a sharp knife to make sure the noodles are soft), about 50 minutes. Remove the foil and return to the oven until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown, another 10 to 15 minutes. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes, then serve warm.

THREE LAYER LASAGNA



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Easy and yummy three layer lasagna found on Barilla's website. This would also be good adding 1/2 onion, 2 cloves garlic and 1/2 diced pepper to the meat as you brown it. This is a very basic recipe with lots of possibilities.

Provided by Virginia Cherry Blo

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb wavy lasagna noodle (Barilla brand preferred, should be 1 box)
2 (24 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce (Barilla brand preferred)
1 lb ground beef, Cooked and Drained (Sausage can be substituted)
15 ounces ricotta cheese
4 cups mozzarella cheese, Shredded (or your favorite cheese)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, Grated
2 eggs, Lightly Beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Cook Lasagna noodles according to package cooking time, drain and separate.
  • Combine cooked meat and 1-1/2 jars sauce in a large saucepan.
  • Combine eggs, ricotta, 3-1/2 cups mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses in a large bowl.
  • Spray or grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or two 8x8-inch baking dishes with cooking spray. Spread 3/4 cup sauce over the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Place 3-4 Lasagna noodles over the bottom, slightly overlapping. Spread half of the cheese mixture over noodles and cover with 1/2 of the meat sauce. Repeat layers. Cover last layer with remaining noodles and sauce. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
  • OAMC DIRECTIONS.
  • Assemble lasagna in a foil lined baking dish and then place in freezer. No prior baking needed. Freeze until firm enough to remove from baking dish. Cover completely with another layer of heavy foil, then place in a gallon sized freezer bag and label.
  • To Serve: Place frozen foil wrapped lasagna back into baking dish originally used. Thaw and bake covered at 375 degrees for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes. To bake from the frozen stage, and 30 minutes to total baking time.

CLASSIC CHEESE LASAGNA



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A simple yet robust marinara and a trio of cheeses meld into an intensely flavorful lasagna. A classic, perfected.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 large egg
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
1 pound fresh mozzarella
Marinara
Fresh Lasagna Noodles, cut into 4-by-13-inch strips and cooked, or store-bought dried noodles, cooked
5 ounces coarsely grated Parmesan cheese, (about 1 3/4 cups)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine ricotta, egg, nutmeg, and salt in a medium bowl. Season with pepper. Coarsely grate 1/2 of the mozzarella, and stir into ricotta mixture. Using your fingers, shred remaining mozzarella into 2-inch strips, and reserve.
  • Spread 1/2 cup marinara in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Place a layer of noodles over marinara. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture over noodles, and sprinkle with 1/3 of the Parmesan. Place a layer of noodles over the cheese layer. Spread 1 cup marinara over noodles. Repeat layering (noodles, marinara, noodles, ricotta mixture, Parmesan) 2 more times. Spread remaining marinara over cheese layer, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella.
  • Place baking dish on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until cheese is golden brown and sauce is bubbling, 45 to 50 minutes. Let stand for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible: Fresh vegetables, herbs, and cheeses will give your lasagna the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make lasagna, so feel free to add your own personal touches. For example, you could try using different types of cheese, vegetables, or even meats.
  • Make sure your lasagna is cooked all the way through: The internal temperature of the lasagna should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit before you serve it.
  • Let your lasagna rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the lasagna to set.
  • Serve your lasagna with a side of garlic bread or salad: This will make a complete and satisfying meal.

Conclusion:

Lasagna is delicious, versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little planning and effort, you can make a lasagna that will impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give lasagna a try!

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