Quick Easy Lasagna Dinner (Printer-Friendly Version)
Cheesy layers, rich sauce, and tender pasta make this a cozy, crowd-pleasing meal for any night.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Pasta
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300 g dried lasagna sheets
→ Meat Sauce
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 medium yellow onion, diced
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225 g Italian sausage, casings removed
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225 g lean ground beef
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon seasoned salt
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
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700 ml marinara sauce
→ Cheese Mixture
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400 g ricotta cheese
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1 large egg
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180 g mozzarella cheese, divided
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90 g parmesan cheese, divided
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2 tablespoons dried parsley
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the lasagna sheets according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to prevent sticking.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add Italian sausage and lean ground beef, cook until browned and no longer pink. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Drain excess fat. Season the mixture with seasoned salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
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In a small bowl, whisk the egg, then mix with ricotta cheese, 60 g of mozzarella, 30 g of parmesan, and dried parsley until smooth and fully combined.
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Spread a thin layer of prepared meat sauce at the bottom of a 23 x 33 cm baking dish. Arrange enough lasagna sheets to cover the base. Spread a portion of the ricotta mixture over the noodles. Add another layer of meat sauce. Repeat layers, finishing with a layer of meat sauce on top.
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Scatter the remaining 120 g mozzarella and 60 g parmesan evenly over the top layer of sauce.
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Cover the baking dish securely with aluminum foil. Bake in a preheated oven at 190°C for 35 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until the cheese is melted, golden, and bubbling.
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Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 10-15 minutes. Slice and serve warm.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
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Allowing the lasagna to rest before slicing helps the layers set and produces clean portions.
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Starting with a layer of meat sauce at the bottom prevents noodles from sticking.
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Balancing the amount of ricotta mixture and meat filling ensures moisture and robust flavor.
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Covering with foil while baking traps steam, resulting in tender pasta and even heating. Uncover for a golden, bubbling cheese finish.