Lasagna with Cottage Cheese
Lasagna with cottage cheese is a comforting classic that combines layers of tender pasta, savory ground meat, and creamy cottage cheese for an unforgettable meal. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, delivering rich flavors and a delightful presentation that will impress everyone. Easy to customize, it allows you to add your favorite ingredients for a personalized touch. Get ready to savor each bite of this cheesy masterpiece!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 lasagna noodles (no-boil)
- 2 cups cottage cheese (medium or large curd)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 4 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the ground meat until browned (7-10 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Layer with noodles, cottage cheese mixed with basil, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg