Name: Lasagna Casserole Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: For the Meat Sauce: 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage; 1 small onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 24 oz marinara sauce; 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried basil; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); For the Cheese Mixture: 2 cups ricotta cheese; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 egg; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped; For the Casserole: 12 oz wide egg noodles or rotini pasta; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping); 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping); Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Lasagna Casserole Recipe

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This lasagna casserole recipe features ground beef, marinara sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, and egg noodles for a comforting and easy-to-make dish. Serve this Italian-inspired meal for family dinners or gatherings, and enjoy a cheesy, flavorful twist on classic lasagna. Keywords: lasagna casserole, easy dinner recipe, pasta casserole, family meals.

Author: Sandy
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Category: Casserole
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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For the Meat Sauce:
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
For the Cheese Mixture:
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
For the Casserole:
- 12 oz wide egg noodles or rotini pasta
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook noodles according to package directions and drain.
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or sausage with onions until browned. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in marinara, crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 10 minutes.
In a bowl, mix ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, and parsley.
Combine cooked noodles with meat sauce. Layer in a casserole dish: half the noodle mixture, cheese mixture, then the remaining noodles. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.

Notes

For a spicier flavor, increase the red pepper flakes. You can also substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 480
Sugar: 8
Sodium: 780 mg

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