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LASAGNA CASSEROLE RECIPE



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What is a lasagna casserole? This easy lasagna pasta bake has all the same elements of a classic lasagna - meat sauce, cheese sauce and penne pasta plus more cheese of course, but the process is so easy! Everything is combined in a casserole dish (no layering required) and it bakes way faster!

Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com

Categories     Easy

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 17

10 oz Queso Fresco (Ranchero Cheese)
1 Tbsp sour cream
1 egg
4 oz mozzarella cheese ((1 cup shredded))
2 Tbsp parsley (chopped)
1 tsp garlic salt
1 lb penne pasta ((reserve 1 cup pasta water))
2 oz cheddar cheese ((1/2 cup shredded))
2 oz mozzarella cheese ((1/2 cup shredded))
1 lb lean ground beef (use 90/10 or an 85/15 fat content)
1 medium diced onion
1 tsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp ground cumin
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
24 oz marinara sauce (homemade, or store-bought)

Steps:

  • Bring a 5 Qt pot of water to boil and add 1 Tbsp salt. Add penne pasta and cook al dente according to package instructions.
  • In a large, deep, oven-safe pan, combine beef and onion. Sauté over med/high heat, until meat is fully cooked and onion is soft (5 to 8 mins), breaking up meat with a spatula. Discard any excess fat released from beef.
  • Stir in seasonings: 1 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp cumin, 1/8 tsp pepper. Add marinara and bring to simmer then remove from heat.
  • Meanwhile, crumble up ranchero cheese in a medium bowl. Add 1 Tbsp sour cream, 1 egg, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, 2 Tbsp parsley and 1 tsp garlic salt. Stir together then add it to the meat sauce and mix just until combined.
  • Stir in cooked pasta and add reserved pasta water to taste for a juicier casserole (I used 1/2 cup pasta water).* Smooth out the top then sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheddar and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Bake at 350˚F for 20 min to melt cheese and make the center steaming hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521 kcal, Carbohydrate 50 g, Protein 34 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Sodium 1373 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LASAGNA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Lasagna Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mamacancook

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) bag egg noodles (medium size noodles)
1 lb ground turkey or 1 lb ground beef, seasoned with salt, pepper, italian seasoning
1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (24 ounce) container large curd cottage cheese
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Mix cottage cheese,parmesan cheese and 3/4 cup of mozzarella cheese with salt,pepper and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Set aside.
  • Cook meat - season to taste, drain and add spaghetti sauce to meat.
  • Cook and drain medium egg noodles al dente according to directions.
  • Return to pot.
  • Add spaghetti sauce/meat mixture and cheese mixture; stir to blend and heat over medium heat.
  • Empty into large casserole dish and sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Place under broiler just to melt cheese (you may skip this step and add all the mozzarella w/cheese mix if you do not want to place under broiler).
  • Serve with a salad and garlic bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.5, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 95.1, Sodium 735.5, Carbohydrate 30.8, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 7.4, Protein 31.1

LASAGNA CASSEROLE - EASY (BUT DELICIOUS!)



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Provided by Claudia Gomez

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

10 oz of short pasta
1lb of ground beef
1/2 a cup of chopped onions
1 tsp of minced garlic
25 oz of marinara sauce
1/4 of a cup of water
1 cup of ricotta cheese
1 large egg
3 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
Italian herbs and seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil to serve

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil on the stovetop.
  • Add in your pasta and allow it to cook until it's al dente (cook the pasta for one or two minutes less than it says to on the back of the packet). Once you finish cooking the pasta, drain the water, and keep the pasta ready on your counter.
  • Place a large skillet onto a medium heat on the stovetop and throw in your ground beef, chopped onions, and minced garlic. Allow the ingredients to cook on medium heat until the ground beef is browned all over, and the onions have softened up.
  • Add in your Italian herbs and seasoning alongside salt and pepper to taste. Stir before pouring over your marinara sauce. Pour in a little water (no more than 2 tbsps) to lighten the sauce.
  • Allow the ingredients to simmer in the sauce until it's warmed up (no need to boil), then add your drained pasta to the mix and stir everything together.
  • Now you need to prepare a 13 x 9-inch casserole dish and preheat your oven to 350 °F.
  • While the oven is preheating, pour your ricotta cheese into a large mixing bowl. Crack your large egg into the bowl and whisk it into the cheese.
  • Shred your mozzarella cheese and grate your parmesan. Add half of both kinds of cheese to the mixing bowl. Stir everything together with a light seasoning of pepper.
  • Now it's time to layer your lasagna casserole. First, pour half of the sauce, beef, and pasta into the baking dish. Add a smooth layer of your cheese mixture, then add a second layer of sauce, beef, and pasta.
  • Add any leftover cheese mixture to the top, cover the pan with tin foil, and then place the lasagna casserole into the oven.
  • After 30 min of baking, take the easy lasagna casserole out of the oven, remove the tin foil, and cover the top with the rest of your grated parmesan and shredded mozzarella.
  • Place the lasagna back into the oven, this time uncovered. Bake for a further 10 min to give the lasagna a cheesy, yet golden brown finish.
  • Leave to cool, sprinkle with fresh basil, and serve up to a hungry dinner table!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 6

LASAGNA CASSEROLE



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While growing up, this was the meal I always wanted on my birthday. Mother made the sauce from scratch, but I use store-bought spaghetti sauce to save time. Replace the ground beef with Italian sausage if you want more spice. -Deb Morrison, Skiatook, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 pound medium pasta shells, cooked and drained
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
3 cups 4% cottage cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
1 jar (24 ounces) pasta sauce

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Sprinkle with salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the pasta, 3 cups mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese, eggs, Parmesan cheese, parsley and remaining pepper. Transfer to a greased shallow 3-qt. or 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with beef mixture and spaghetti sauce (dish will be full). , Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly and cheese is melted, 15 minutes longer. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Freeze option: Sprinkle casserole with remaining mozzarella cheese. Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 667 calories, Fat 30g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 157mg cholesterol, Sodium 1209mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 44g protein.

LASAGNA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Lasagna Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Carol

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups prepared small shell pasta (, I use shell)
1 lb lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
salt and pepper
1 cup sour cream
1 cup monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • In bottom of casserole dish spread drained, cooked pasta.
  • Fry beef, add onion, garlic, salt& pepper, seasoning and tomato sauce.
  • Simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Pour over noodles.
  • Spread sour cream on and top with cheese.
  • Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.3, Fat 21.9, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 82.8, Sodium 547.6, Carbohydrate 32.1, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.5, Protein 26.1

CREAMY LASAGNA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Creamy Lasagna Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Melanie Murray

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 2 casseroles

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs ground beef
1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
2 cups sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided (8 oz)
4 green onions, chopped
12 -14 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a Dutch Oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain.
  • Add the tomato sauce, salt, pepper and garlic powder.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add sour cream, 1 cup cheddar cheese, and onions, mixing well.
  • Spread about 1/2 cup meat sauce into two greased 8 inch square baking dishes.
  • Place 2 to 3 noodles in each dish, trimming to fit if necessary.
  • Top each with about 1/2 cup cream cheese mixture and about 2/3 cup meat sauce.
  • Repeat layers twice.
  • Sprinkle 1/2 cup cheddar cheese over each.
  • Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 1 month.
  • Bake remaining casserole, uncovered at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2870.7, Fat 186.5, SaturatedFat 99.7, Cholesterol 621.9, Sodium 4720.2, Carbohydrate 148.8, Fiber 11.5, Sugar 21.9, Protein 150.1

BEST LASAGNA



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Want to know how to make lasagna for a casual holiday meal? You can't go wrong with this deliciously rich meat lasagna recipe. My grown sons and daughter-in-law request it for their birthdays, too. -Pam Thompson, Girard, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

9 lasagna noodles
1-1/4 pounds bulk Italian sausage
3/4 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (one 28 ounces, one 15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
2/3 cup water
2 to 3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley, divided
2 teaspoons dried basil
3/4 teaspoon fennel seed
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook sausage, beef and onion over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, breaking up meat into crumbles. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Drain., Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, water, sugar, 3 tablespoons parsley, basil, fennel, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes, stirring occasionally., In a small bowl, mix egg, ricotta cheese and remaining parsley and salt., Preheat oven to 375°. Spread 2 cups meat sauce into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with 3 noodles and a third of the ricotta mixture. Sprinkle with 1 cup mozzarella cheese and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining meat sauce and cheeses (dish will be full)., Bake, covered, 25 minutes. Bake, uncovered, 25 minutes longer or until bubbly. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519 calories, Fat 27g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 1013mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

BOB'S AWESOME LASAGNA



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This is a traditional baked lasagna that is a favorite in our family. Ground beef, cottage cheese, and mozzarella make it rich and filling.

Provided by Bob

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces lasagna noodles
1 pound ground beef
¼ cup minced onions
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic salt
1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (16 ounce) package large curd cottage cheese
1 pound mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook noodles in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, saute ground beef, onions, salt and garlic salt until meat is brown. Drain excess fat, add spaghetti sauce to beef mixture, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch glass baking pan.
  • Line bottom of pan with three lasagna noodles. Spread 1/3 of sauce mixture over noodles. Layer 1/3 of the cottage cheese over the sauce. Sprinkle 1/3 of the mozzarella over the cottage cheese. Repeat this layering process until all ingredients are used up.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for one hour. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 54.3 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 983.7 mg, Sugar 8 g

LOW-CARB LASAGNA



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I love this recipe because you don't miss the pasta in the lasagna. It looks, smells and tastes like the real deal! You can add ricotta cheese or any other kind of cheese you like for variation. -Tammy Kirk, Raleigh, NC

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
12 ounces ground beef
12 ounces bulk Italian sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jar (24 ounces) pasta sauce
8 ounces thinly sliced deli chicken (12 slices)
1/2 pound thinly sliced deli pepperoni
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a large skillet heat oil over medium heat. Cook beef, sausage, onion and garlic until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain, return to pan. Stir in pasta sauce; heat through., Spread 1 cup sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with half of the sliced chicken, half of the sliced pepperoni, 2 cups sauce and half of each cheese. Repeat layers., Bake, covered, 25 minutes. Uncover; bake until cheese is browned and lasagna is bubbling, 20-25 minutes longer. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 calories, Fat 32g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 1106mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

AWESOME LASAGNA (NO-BOIL, EASY)



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This is a really good basic lasagna recipe. It's based on one I found somewhere, but I've tweaked it quite a bit to suit my own tastes. I like it as written with italian sausage, but you can substitute ground beef if you must.

Provided by jaynine

Categories     Pork

Time 1h30m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/4 lbs Italian sausage, casings removed (I use spicy)
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce, of your choice
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 1/2 cups water
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
12 ounces ricotta cheese (about 3/4 small container)
3 cups grated mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 eggs
1 tablespoon parsley
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (8 ounce) package lasagna noodles, uncooked

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350.
  • In large pan, brown italian sausage; drain.
  • Add spaghetti sauce, diced tomatoes, water, garlic and italian seasoning. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, combine ricotta, 2 cups of the mozzarella, parmesan, eggs, parsley and pepper. Mix well.
  • Pour about 1 cup of the sauce on bottom of 9x13 pan.
  • Arrange 3 uncooked lasagna noodles over sauce; cover with about 1 cup sauce.
  • Spread 1/2 the cheese filling over sauce.
  • Repeat layers of lasagna, sauce and cheese filling.
  • Top with layer of lasagna and remaining sauce; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese.
  • Cover with foil and bake at 350 for 45 minutes.
  • Remove foil; bake an additional 15 minutes.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

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