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Ricotta Cheese Lasagna with Marinara Sauce

Savory Ricotta Cheese Lasagna with Marinara Sauce Bliss

A comforting Classic Ricotta Cheese Lasagna with Marinara Sauce, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • 1 large Egg Opt for a flax egg for vegan alternative.
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese Can use part-skim ricotta for lighter dish.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Consider low-sodium option.
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper White pepper can be milder alternative.
  • ¼ cup Chopped Parsley Basil can be substitute or omit for simplicity.
For the Lasagna Assembly
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Homemade or store-bought.
  • 16 no-boil Lasagna Noodles Gluten-free noodles work well.
For the Topping
  • 1½ cups Grated Parmesan Cheese Romano cheese can be alternative.
  • 2½ cups Shredded Whole Milk Mozzarella Cheese Low moisture mozzarella enhances the dish.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowls

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather ingredients and tools.
  2. In a bowl, mix one large egg, two cups of whole milk ricotta cheese, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley until smooth.
  3. Spread half a cup of marinara sauce in a greased baking dish.
  4. Layer four lasagna noodles, spread one cup of ricotta mixture, and one cup of mozzarella on top.
  5. Repeat with four noodles, half a cup of marinara, and one cup of Parmesan.
  6. Add another set of noodles, remaining ricotta, and one cup of mozzarella.
  7. Top with final four noodles and remaining marinara, finishing with mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  9. Remove foil, lower temperature to 375°F (190°C), and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  10. Let the lasagna cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Perfect your layers by evenly spreading the ricotta. Avoid overbaking to keep noodles tender and let it cool to set before slicing.

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