Extra-Easy Lasagna

Health score
8%
Extra-Easy Lasagna
45 min.
8
399kcal

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Are you searching for a delicious, satisfying meal that’s quick to prepare and sure to please a crowd? Look no further than this Extra-Easy Lasagna! This classic Italian dish is not only packed with flavor but also remarkably simple to make, allowing you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying time with loved ones.

With just six ingredients and a mere 45 minutes from prep to table, this lasagna creates layers of rich, meaty goodness combined with creamy ricotta and melty mozzarella cheese. Using lean ground beef makes it a hearty, yet healthier option that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a special occasion.

What sets this recipe apart is its use of uncooked lasagna noodles—no boiling required! This saves you valuable time and effort, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. The addition of hot water during baking ensures that your lasagna turns out perfectly moist and flavorful, with a lovely melty cheese topping that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this Extra-Easy Lasagna is your go-to recipe for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal. Gather your family around the table and let the delicious aromas fill your home as you serve up a slice of comfort on a plate!

Ingredients

  •  lasagne pasta sheets uncooked
  • pound ground beef lean
  • 15 ounce ricotta cheese 
  • 10 ounces mozzarella cheese shredded
  • cups tomato basil sauce 
  • 0.3 cup water hot

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Cook beef in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring until it crumbles and is no longer pink; drain. Stir in pasta sauce.
  2. Spread one-third of meat sauce in a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish; layer with 3 noodles and half each of ricotta cheese and mozzarella cheese. (The ricotta cheese layers will be thin.) Repeat procedure; spread remaining one-third of meat sauce over mozzarella cheese. Slowly pour 1/4 cup hot water around inside edge of dish. Tightly cover baking dish with 2 layers of heavy-duty aluminum foil.
  3. Bake at 375 for 45 minutes; uncover and bake 10 more minutes.
  4. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
  5. Note: For testing purposes only, we used Classico Tomato & Basil pasta sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories399kcal
Protein30.29%
Fat44.66%
Carbs25.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12
Glycemic Load
6.95
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
15.030000012854%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:399.39kcal
19.97%
Fat:19.47g
29.96%
Saturated Fat:10.64g
66.53%
Carbohydrates:24.57g
8.19%
Net Carbohydrates:21.9g
7.96%
Sugar:5.57g
6.19%
Cholesterol:90.26mg
30.09%
Sodium:540.89mg
23.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.72g
59.44%
Selenium:36.87µg
52.67%
Vitamin B12:2.26µg
37.65%
Phosphorus:361.39mg
36.14%
Zinc:4.83mg
32.23%
Calcium:318.72mg
31.87%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18.11%
Vitamin B3:3.56mg
17.82%
Vitamin A:851.09IU
17.02%
Potassium:525.75mg
15.02%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.4%
Iron:2.34mg
13.02%
Fiber:2.67g
10.69%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.6%
Magnesium:36.61mg
9.15%
Vitamin B5:0.62mg
6.18%
Copper:0.12mg
6.03%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.98%
Folate:15.47µg
3.87%
Vitamin C:3mg
3.64%
Vitamin E:0.31mg
2.05%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
2.03%
Vitamin K:1.59µg
1.52%
Source:My Recipes