Lasagna with Ricotta
Lasagna with ricotta is the ultimate comfort food, combining rich layers of creamy ricotta, savory marinara, and gooey mozzarella. This delicious dish is perfect for family dinners, gatherings with friends, or any time you’re craving a cozy meal that feels like a warm hug. With easy-to-follow steps, you’ll be enjoying this cheesy masterpiece fresh from the oven in no time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 lasagna noodles (no-boil recommended)
- 15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 lb ground beef or sausage (optional)
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- If using regular noodles, boil water and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, salt, pepper, and half the basil. Mix until creamy.
- If adding meat, brown it in a saucepan over medium heat. Drain excess fat and stir in marinara sauce; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in a baking dish. Layer with noodles, ricotta mixture, more sauce, and repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Top with final noodles, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg