Lazy Lasagna Recipe

Lazy lasagna with melted cheese and basil on a white kitchen counter

This Lazy Lasagna delivers all the comforting flavors of classic lasagna without the hassle. With layers of cheese ravioli, savory meat sauce, and gooey melted cheese, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner that comes together in under an hour.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian-American

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 45

Resting Time: 10

Total Time: 1 5

Servings: servings

Calories: 520kcal

Cost: $15

Equipment

9x13 inch baking dish Glass or ceramic works best
Large skillet or Dutch oven For browning the meat
Wooden Spoon For stirring and breaking up meat
Aluminum foil To cover lasagna during baking
Sharp knife For clean cuts after resting
Oven mitts For safely handling the hot dish

Ingredients

1 lb Ground beef Or ground turkey for a leaner option
24 oz Marinara sauce Use your favorite brand
25 oz Frozen ravioli Cheese-filled is classic, no need to thaw
2 cups Mozzarella cheese Freshly shredded melts best
1 cup Ricotta cheese Or cottage cheese if preferred
0.5 cup Parmesan cheese Grated
2 cloves Garlic Minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper To taste
Fresh basil Optional, for garnish
1 cup Spinach Optional, chopped
0.5 cup Bell peppers Optional, diced

Instructions

Brown ground beef in skillet until no pink remains.
Add garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and marinara sauce; simmer 2–3 minutes.
Spread thin layer of sauce in baking dish, layer ravioli, ricotta, mozzarella, and sauce; repeat.
Top with mozzarella and Parmesan, cover with foil, and bake at 375°F for 30 minutes.
Remove foil, bake uncovered for 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Let rest 10 minutes before serving; garnish with basil.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation.

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