Easy Cheesy Lasagna

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A simple lasagna recipe that takes about half the effort. I always cook extra to have leftovers, but the more I cook, the more they eat! Serve with garlic toast and salad.

Submitted by Kris Swiggum
Updated on July 1, 2024
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 40 mins
Servings:
10
Yield:
1 (9x13-inch) lasagna
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef

  • 1 pound bulk Italian sausage

  • ½ cup warm water

  • 1 cup sliced black olives

  • 1 pinch basil

  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder

  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano

  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried sage

  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper

  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic

  • 1 tablespoon dried onion flakes

  • 2 (14 ounce) jars marinara sauce

  • 1 (16 ounce) package lasagna noodles

  • 8 ounces ricotta cheese

  • 1 pound mozzarella cheese, shredded

Directions

  1. Cook ground beef and Italian sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbled; drain excess grease. Stir in water and black olives; season with basil, garlic powder, oregano, sage, pepper, minced garlic, and onion flakes. Simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in marinara sauce and remove from the heat.

  2. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  3. Spoon a layer of the meat and sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover with a layer of dry noodles. Spread a thin layer of ricotta cheese over the noodles, then sprinkle with some mozzarella cheese. Cover with another layer of sauce and repeat layering, ending with the meat and sauce on top. Reserve about 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese for later.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, but check after 30 minutes depending on how thick the lasagna is. Lasagna is cooked when you can easily stick a knife into it. Sprinkle reserved cheese over the top and return to the oven until melted, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

589 Calories
36g Fat
28g Carbs
38g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 589
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36g 46%
Saturated Fat 15g 76%
Cholesterol 111mg 37%
Sodium 1190mg 52%
Total Carbohydrate 28g 10%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 38g 76%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 367mg 28%
Iron 4mg 23%
Potassium 723mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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