Easy Italian Lasagna Recipe

Name: Easy Italian Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8 oz.) pkg. lasagna noodles; 1 lb. ground chuck; 3 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce; 2 tsp. sugar; 1 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. garlic salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1/2 tsp. oregano; 1 (16 oz.) carton cottage cheese; 2 c. (8 oz.) shredded Mozzarella cheese; 1/2 c. dairy sour cream; 1/2 c. sliced green onions with tops; 1/2 c. green pepper, chopped; 1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 (8 oz.) pkg. lasagna noodles
1 lb. ground chuck
3 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce
2 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. garlic salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. oregano
1 (16 oz.) carton cottage cheese
2 c. (8 oz.) shredded Mozzarella cheese
1/2 c. dairy sour cream
1/2 c. sliced green onions with tops
1/2 c. green pepper, chopped
1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese

1
Cook lasagna according to package directions; drain.
2
In skillet, cook ground chuck until brown; drain off excess fat. Stir in tomato sauce, sugar, salt, garlic salt and pepper.
3
Remove from heat.
4
Combine cottage cheese, Mozzarella cheese, sour cream, green onion and green pepper.
5
Put half of the lasagna noodles in a 13 x 9 x 2-inch buttered baking dish.
6
Moisten lasagna with some meat sauce.
7
Cover with cheese mixture; top with remaining lasagna, then meat sauce.
8
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
9
Cover with aluminum foil.
10
Bake in a preheated 375u00b0 oven for 40 minutes. Allow to stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

720

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8 oz.) pkg. lasagna noodles, 1 lb. ground chuck, 3 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce, 2 tsp. sugar, and more.

Yes, Easy Italian 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!

Easy Italian Lasagna

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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