Lasagna with Ricotta
Lasagna with ricotta is a timeless comfort food that combines layers of tender pasta, rich marinara sauce, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella. This dish transforms any meal into a cozy gathering, filling your home with mouthwatering aromas that invite everyone to the table. Perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers, this lasagna is easy to prepare and sure to impress. Dive into this cheesy goodness and let its delightful flavors warm your heart.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 lasagna noodles (no-boil or regular)
- 15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, half of the Parmesan, egg, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Spread marinara sauce in the baking dish. Layer noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, more marinara, and mozzarella.
- Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with mozzarella on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; uncover for last 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow resting for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg