How to Make Cooking Light magazine's Lazy Lasagna - A Step-by-Step Guide

For those who love the rich and comforting flavors of lasagna but don't have the time or patience to make a traditional version, Cooking Light magazine's Lazy Lasagna is the perfect solution. This recipe takes the classic dish and simplifies it, making it easier and quicker to prepare without sacrificing any of the delicious taste.

One of the best things about this recipe is that it requires minimal prep work, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you want something hearty and sa...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground round
  • 1 (26 ounce) jar low-fat spaghetti sauce
  • 1 (16 ounce) package fat-free cottage cheese
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • cooking spray
  • 1 (8 ounce) package precooked lasagna noodles
  • 1 cup (4 ounces) preshredded reduced-fat mild Cheddar cheese
  • Chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Information

  • Servings: 9
  • Yield: 9 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook meat in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until browned, stirring to crumble. Drain well, and return meat to pan. Add sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Combine cottage and Parmesan cheeses in a bowl; set aside. Spread 1/2 cup meat mixture in bottom of a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Arrange 4 noodles over meat mixture; top with half of cottage cheese mixture, 1 cup meat mixture, and 1/3 cup cheddar cheese. Repeat layers, ending with noodles. Spread remaining meat mixture over noodles.
  • Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with 1/3 cup cheddar cheese, and bake 5 more minutes or until cheese melts. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley, if desired.