Ultimate Cheese Lasagna
Experience the comforting aroma of bubbling cheese and rich marinara sauce with this Ultimate Cheese Lasagna, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
Lasagna Ingredients
- 12 sheets Lasagna Noodles Traditional or no-boil
- 15 oz Ricotta Cheese Substitute with cottage cheese for lighter option
- 3 cups Mozzarella Cheese Fresh mozzarella gives extra flavor
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Swap with nutritional yeast for dairy-free option
- 3 cups Marinara Sauce Use favorite jarred or homemade sauce
- 1 large Egg Omit for vegan version, add a splash of almond milk
- 1 tsp Salt Essential for seasoning
- 1 tsp Pepper Essential for seasoning
- 2 tsp Italian Herbs A mix of oregano and basil
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and gather your ingredients.
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, salt, pepper, and half of the Parmesan cheese until well combined.
Layering and Baking
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Layer three lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by half of the ricotta mixture, a layer of mozzarella, and a sprinkle of Italian herbs.
- Repeat the layers: sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and herbs until you run out of ingredients, finishing with a final layer of noodles topped with sauce and the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for another 20 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing, allowing the layers to set perfectly.
Notes
Add vegetables like spinach or zucchini for a healthier twist. For meat lovers, incorporate browned ground beef or Italian sausage. For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes. Use cashew cheese for a vegan version.