Indulge in the best lasagna recipe with ricotta, featuring rich layers of beef, savory marinara sauce, and creamy ricotta cheese. This easy lasagna recipe with ricotta is perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Whether you’re making classic lasagna or a lasagna roll recipe, the combination of ricotta and mozzarella makes it irresistibly creamy. Serve this hearty dish with a side of garlic bread for the ultimate comfort meal.

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Easy lasagna recipe with ricotta Recipe

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A traditional Italian lasagna recipe with ricotta layered with tender noodles, a creamy ricotta mixture, hearty meat sauce, and gooey mozzarella. Perfect for Sunday dinners, family gatherings, or make-ahead meals that taste even better the next day.

• Author: Chef Lora

Ingredients

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• 2 large Eggs -Beaten
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese – Freshly grated
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning – Dried
• 2 cloves Garlic – Minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt – Fine sea salt
• ½ teaspoon Black pepper – Freshly ground
• 1 lb Italian sausage – Removed from casing
• 1 medium Yellow onion – Diced
• 3 cloves Garlic -Minced
• 4 cups Marinara sauce – Homemade or jarred
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste -Adds depth
• ½ cup Red wine Optional
• Cheese Topping -cups Mozzarella cheese Shredded whole milk
• ½ cup Parmesan cheese – Extra grated
• ¼ cup Fresh basil – Chopped

Instructions

1. Boil noodles until al dente, shock in ice water, and lay flat
2. Mix ricotta, eggs, parmesan, garlic, and seasoning
3. Brown beef and sausage in batches
4. Sauté onions until translucent, add garlic last
5. Stir in tomato paste, marinara, and wine, then simmer

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an approximation. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes

Nutrition

• Calories: 520kcal
• Sugar: 8g
• Protein: 34g