Lasagna Casserole Recipe For Easy Batch Cooking - Lasagna Love Affair

Hey there, food lovers! Today I’m about to drop some knowledge on a classic dish that’s sure to warm your heart and satisfy your soul—Lasagna Casserole! This dish is not only extra easy to whip up, but it’s also a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. So, gather your ingredients and let’s get cooking!

Lasagna Casserole

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Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to create this delicious dish:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
• 15 ounces ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Let’s get down to the good stuff! Follow these instructions, and you’ll be serving up a plate of Lasagna Casserole in no time:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Make sure to break up the meat as it cooks. Once it's no longer pink, drain the excess fat.
3. Add the marinara sauce to the skillet and stir to combine. Let it simmer on low while you prepare the cheese mixture.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
5. Now, it’s time to layer! In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom. Then, lay down three lasagna noodles on top.
6. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by a layer of meat sauce and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese.
7. Repeat the layering process—noodles, ricotta, meat sauce, mozzarella—until you run out of ingredients, finishing with a layer of meat sauce and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top.
8. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
9. Let it rest for about 10 minutes before serving. This makes it easier to cut and plate.

And there you have it! A delicious, comforting Lasagna Casserole that’s sure to bring joy to your dinner table. Serve it up, grab a fork, and enjoy every last bite!