How to Make Fabulous Foolproof Lasagna - A Step-by-Step Guide

Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that is loved by many around the world. It's a comforting and hearty meal that is perfect for feeding a crowd or for having leftovers throughout the week. However, making lasagna can be a daunting task for some, with multiple layers and components to juggle. But fear not, because this recipe for Fabulous Foolproof Lasagna is here to make the process as easy as can be.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 pint ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
  • 12 no-boil lasagna noodles
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 - 9x13 dish

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until brown and the juices run clear. Drain and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine ricotta, egg, basil, thyme, garlic powder, oregano and half the shredded mozzarella. Mix well, and set aside.
  • Coat the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish with a little of the spaghetti sauce. Place three noodles in the bottom of the pan, not touching. Spread a layer of the ricotta mixture, a layer of sausage, and a layer of spaghetti sauce over the noodles. Repeat three more times. Top with the reserved mozzarella and Parmesan. Cover with foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven 30 minutes, remove foil and bake 15 minutes more, until golden and bubbly.
  • Nutrition

    462 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 95mg
    • Sodium: 1094mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 527mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 434mg