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Lazy Lasagna Casserole

Lazy Lasagna Casserole: Comfort Food Made Easy and Delicious

Enjoy Lazy Lasagna Casserole, a simpler take on lasagna that is easy to make and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 460
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Uncooked Penne Pasta Can substitute with rigatoni or gluten-free pasta.
For the Meat Mixture
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil or flaxseed oil.
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 large Yellow Onion (chopped) Can substitute with white onions or shallots.
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder Can use crushed garlic instead.
  • 2 tsp Italian Seasoning Essential for authentic flavor.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Black Pepper To taste.
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Can substitute with ricotta or plant-based alternatives.
  • 24 oz Pasta Sauce Choose store-bought or homemade.
  • 8 oz Mozzarella Cheese (shredded) Can substitute with cheddar or a cheese blend.
For the Garnish
  • Basil (chopped) Optional.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch casserole dish
  • Large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  2. Bring salted water to a boil, add penne pasta, and cook for about 7-8 minutes until al dente. Drain pasta and set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet, add ground beef, onion, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 7-8 minutes until beef is browned.
  4. Stir in cottage cheese and pasta sauce into the meat mixture. Simmer for a few minutes.
  5. Add drained penne pasta to the skillet and gently mix everything together.
  6. Pour the pasta mixture into the greased casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
  7. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
  8. Bake in the oven for about 15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, garnish with basil, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Saves well in the fridge for 3-4 days. Freeze for up to 2 months.

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