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Lasagna Recipe without Ricotta Cheese

A comforting dish that’s rich in flavor and incredibly satisfying, perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz spaghetti sauce Choose your favorite brand for a flavorful base.
  • 8 oz tomato sauce Adds richness and depth to the sauce.
  • ¼ cup onions, chopped Fresh onions enhance the overall taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning A blend of herbs that brings authenticity.
  • 2 tsp garlic powder For an aromatic kick.
  • 2 tsp onion powder Intensifies the onion flavor throughout the dish.
  • 1 cup water Helps to achieve the right consistency in your sauce.
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey Your choice of meat adds protein and heartiness.
  • 1 pound Italian sausage For added flavor and spice.
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese Melts beautifully to create that gooey texture we love.
  • 2 cups Colby jack cheese Adds a creamy texture and vibrant taste.
  • 15 pieces lasagna noodles Oven-ready noodles make preparation a breeze.
  • Several tablespoons powdered Parmesan cheese For garnishing and extra cheesiness.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Carefully add the oven-ready lasagna noodles and cook them until they are al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Dice the onions and add them to a deep skillet along with the ground beef or turkey and Italian sausage. Brown the meats over medium heat until fully cooked, stirring occasionally.
  4. Pour in both cans of spaghetti sauce and tomato sauce into the skillet with the meat mixture, adding one cup of water as well. Sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and let everything simmer together for about 15 minutes.
  5. Begin layering by sprinkling powdered Parmesan cheese on the bottom of a 9x13-inch pan. Lay down four noodles followed by a third of your meat sauce mixture, then half a cup each of Colby jack cheese and mozzarella cheese before sprinkling more Parmesan on top.
  6. Repeat layers two more times following the same pattern—noodles, sauce, cheeses—with mozzarella being on top. Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake for approximately 50 minutes; remove foil for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

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