Description
Looking for a quick dinner idea that delivers big on comfort? This Easy Lasagna Recipe layers savory ground beef, rich tomato sauce, creamy ricotta, and melty cheese for the ultimate weeknight win. It’s a family favorite that’s surprisingly simple, with no-boil noodles and everyday ingredients. Whether you’re after an easy dinner, hearty food ideas, or meal prep that reheats beautifully, this lasagna covers it all. Perfect for gatherings or solo cravings!
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
15 ounces ricotta cheese
1 large egg
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
9 oven-ready lasagna noodles
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large skillet, cook ground beef and diced onion over medium heat until browned. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Drain fat.
2. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and salt. Simmer for 10–15 minutes.
3. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, and parsley until smooth.
4. In a 9×13 baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce. Layer 3 lasagna noodles, sauce, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella. Repeat layers twice.
5. Finish with remaining meat sauce and top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
6. Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes.
7. Uncover and bake another 15–20 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
8. Let lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
Let lasagna sit for 10–15 minutes before slicing so the layers hold together.
Use oven-ready noodles to save time and simplify prep.
Grating cheese fresh gives you a creamier melt than pre-shredded options.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: easy lasagna, quick dinner, comfort food, family meal, lasagna recipe