Description
Lazy Lasagna Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights. With rich layers of gooey cheese, savory meat, and tender pasta, this dish comes together effortlessly. It’s a family favorite that promises to bring everyone around the table for seconds. Easy to customize with your choice of protein or veggies, this casserole is not just delicious but also visually appealing. Get ready for an aromatic delight that fills your kitchen with warmth and flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 lasagna noodles (regular or no-boil)
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup cottage cheese (or ricotta)
- 2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a skillet, brown the ground meat over medium heat; drain excess fat and stir in marinara sauce until heated through.
- Layer a thin layer of meat sauce in the baking dish, then add noodles, dollops of cottage cheese, and shredded mozzarella.
- Repeat layering until ingredients are used up, finishing with mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg