How to Make Grammy's Overnight Lasagna - A Step-by-Step Guide

There is something truly special about family recipes that have been passed down through generations. They tell a story of love, tradition, and memories shared around the dinner table. One such recipe is Grammy's Overnight Lasagna, a beloved dish that has been enjoyed by my family for as long as I can remember.

Every time I make Grammy's Overnight Lasagna, I am instantly transported back to my childhood. The smell of simmering tomato sauce, the sight of layers of cheese and pasta, and ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef
  • 1 (30 ounce) jar marinara sauce
  • ¾ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 1 (16 ounce) package cottage cheese
  • 12 ounces grated mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 9 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Cook the ground beef in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until browned and no longer pink, about 5 minutes; drain fat. Stir in the marinara sauce, water, and salt. Bring to a boil. Remove sauce from heat.
  • Arrange 6 noodles in a 9x13-inch baking dish, breaking if necessary to fit. Spoon 1/2 of the sauce over noodles. Top with 1/2 of the cottage cheese and 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers with remaining noodles, sauce, cottage cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Top with Parmesan cheese. Cover tightly with foil; refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake lasagna, covered, until noodles are soft, cheese is melted, and sauce is bubbly, about 1 hour. Allow to sit for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    559 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 94mg
    • Sodium: 1339mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 40g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 460mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 664mg