Lasagna Without Ricotta
Lasagna without ricotta is a delicious and creamy dish! This recipe uses mozzarella and Parmesan cheese to create a rich and flavorful lasagna that is sure to please everyone at the table. Great for family dinners, holiday gatherings, potlucks, and more!
Servings 10 servings
Ingredients
For the Meat Sauce:
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Cheese Layer:
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
For the Lasagna:
- 9 cooked lasagna noodles
- fresh herbs optional garnish
Instructions
- First, add the ground beef to a large skillet. Cook until brown and crumbly.
- Drain all but one tablespoon of the grease in the pan.
- Next, add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until they become soft and translucent, stirring occasionally.
- Add in the marinara sauce, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer the sauce for about 15 minutes. Then, remove it from heat and set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a 9-inch by 13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom.
- Place three cooked lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
- Add another layer of meat sauce, followed by a layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Repeat the layering process until you have reached the top of the pan. End with a layer of cheese on top.
- Cover the baking dish with tin foil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow the lasagna to cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired.
- Serve your easy lasagna without ricotta cheese and enjoy!
Notes
- We love using Jovial brown rice lasagna noodles!
- Feel free to use ground beef, ground turkey, or ground sausage.
- Bake the lasagna until bubbly.
- Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freeze for 2 months if needed.
Nutrition Facts
Lasagna Without Ricotta
Amount Per Serving
Calories 305
Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value*
Fat 16g25%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Cholesterol 52mg17%
Sodium 707mg31%
Potassium 400mg11%
Carbohydrates 23g8%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 18g36%
Vitamin A 478IU10%
Vitamin C 6mg7%
Calcium 182mg18%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.