Sheet Pan Lasagna
Sheet Pan Lasagna is a comforting twist on the traditional Italian favorite, perfect for busy nights or entertaining. With layers of savory ground beef, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also offers a delightful dining experience for family and friends. Simply assemble your ingredients on a sheet pan and enjoy cheesy goodness that brings everyone together around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 12 oz no-boil lasagna noodles
- 1 lb lean ground beef or Italian sausage
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp salt (divided)
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp dried oregano (optional)
- 3 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or sausage until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and stir in marinara sauce until heated through.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with egg, 1 tsp salt, pepper, and oregano (if using).
- Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of the sheet pan. Layer noodles on top, followed by half of the ricotta mixture and more meat sauce. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and cover with foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool slightly before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - Customize your lasagna by adding sautéed vegetables like spinach or zucchini. - Try using cottage cheese instead of ricotta for a different flavor profile. - Allow leftovers to cool completely before freezing in airtight containers.