Nani's Easy Lazy Lasagna
This comforting dish gives you all the cheesy goodness of a traditional lasagna without the hassle of layering noodles.
recipesbynani.comIf you love lasagna but dread the time it takes to boil noodles and layer everything just right, this recipe is for you. It tastes just like the classic version but comes together so much faster, making it a favorite for busy weeknights when you still want a hearty meal.
My biggest tip for this one is to make sure your sauce is nice and thick before adding the noodles. This helps everything cook evenly and keeps the final dish from getting too watery when it comes out of the oven.
🧺 Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound Italian sausage
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into 2 inch pieces
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 2
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef, sausage, and onion over medium heat until the meat is cooked through.
- 3
Drain any excess fat from the skillet, add the minced garlic, and cook for one more minute until fragrant.
- 4
Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet with the meat and stir to combine. Simmer for five minutes.
- 5
While the sauce simmers, mix the ricotta cheese, beaten egg, and oregano in a small bowl.
- 6
Add the broken noodles directly into the meat sauce and stir well, then cover the pan and simmer for 10 minutes so the pasta softens slightly.
- 7
Stir the ricotta mixture into the skillet, then top everything with the mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- 8
Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
💡 Tips
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. You can reheat individual portions in the microwave or cover the pan with foil and warm it in the oven at 350 degrees until heated through. Serve this with a crisp green salad and garlic bread.
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