Creamy, Cheesy Lasagna Recipe

Name: Creamy, Cheesy Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef (can use half ground pork); 3 tablespoons onion powder; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce; 1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 1/2 cups water; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (light is fine); 1 (16 ounce) carton ricotta cheese (fat-free is fine); 2 eggs or 2 egg substitute; 12 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 12 oven-ready lasagna noodles

Servings: persons

2 lbs lean ground beef (can use half ground pork)
3 tablespoons onion powder
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
1 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (light is fine)
1 (16 ounce) carton ricotta cheese (fat-free is fine)
2 eggs or 2 egg substitute
12 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
12 oven-ready lasagna noodles

1
In a dutch oven or very large skillet, brown the meat. Add the onion powder and garlic and cook a couple of minutes more.
2
Stir in the tomato sauce, paste, water and seasonings.
3
Cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally for 30 minutes.
4
With mixer or food processor, mix the cream cheese, ricotta and eggs.
5
Preheat oven to 350, and spray a large lasagna pan (11x15) with cooking spray.
6
Layer half the noodles in the bottom of the pan, breaking the noodles as needed.
7
Add half of the meat sauce, and spread evenly over the noodles.
8
Gently spread the cream cheese/ricotta mixture evenly over the sauce.
9
Lay the sliced Mozzarella on top of the cream cheese layer, covering completely.
10
Lay the remaining lasagna noodles on top of this.
11
Top with remaining meat sauce.
12
Sprinkle the Parmesan over the entire casserole.
13
Bake for 25 minutes. Cool 15 minutes before cutting.
14
NOTE: You could divide this into two smaller casseroles and freeze one.

2276

kcal

Calories

Fat

249

Carbs

121

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs lean ground beef (can use half ground pork), 3 tablespoons onion powder, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, Creamy, Cheesy Lasagna falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy, Cheesy Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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