Classic Barilla Lasagna Recipe From Box To Enjoy

Do you ever find yourself staring at a pile of lasagna noodles wondering how to turn them into culinary greatness? Well, look no further! We’re diving into the realm of the easiest lasagna recipe ever—perfect for those moments when you need comfort food without the fuss. Prepare to astonish your friends and family with this cheesy masterpiece!

Behold the Cheesiest Lasagna

Check out this scrumptious beauty! A picture’s worth a thousand words, but this one screams, “Eat me!” You won’t be able to resist.

The Easiest Lasagna Recipe Ever Now that we’ve drooled over that image, let’s roll up our sleeves and get cooking. Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients:

12 lasagna noodles
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound ground Italian sausage (or beef if you’re feeling rebellious)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
15 ounces ricotta cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 egg
Fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish, but let’s be real, they’re fancy looking)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

First, preheat your oven to 375°F (or 190°C if you’re feeling international).
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add lasagna noodles and cook until al dente. Drain and toss with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking.
In a large skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for about 1 minute. Then, add the ground sausage and cook until browned. Drain excess fat, add the marinara sauce, and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
In a separate bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth and season with salt and pepper.
Now comes the layering! Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place three lasagna noodles over the sauce, then spoon half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles followed by a layer of meat sauce. Sprinkle with a third of the mozzarella cheese.
Repeat the layering process: noodles, ricotta, meat sauce, mozzarella. Finish with another layer of noodles, the remaining meat sauce, and top it all off with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Cover the dish with foil (don’t let it touch the cheese!) and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil if you’re feeling fancy, then grab a fork and dig in!

There you have it! A cheesy, hearty lasagna that might just make you the star of the dinner table. Easily adaptable, downright delicious, and perfect for freezing leftovers (if there are any!). Enjoy!