Description
Kyle Richards’ lasagna brings classic Italian comfort to your dinner table. Layers of rich beef, creamy cheeses, and perfectly seasoned sauce create a mouthwatering meal that will become your family’s new favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground Italian sausage – mild or spicy
Cheeses:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) ricotta cheese
- 2 cups (226 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup (100 grams) grated parmesan cheese
Pasta and Sauce Components:
- 12 no-cook lasagna noodles
- 2 15-ounce (425 grams) jars roasted garlic tomato sauce
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1.5 teaspoons Italian herb seasoning blend
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter to prevent sticking.
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat, carefully breaking it into small crumbles. Once the meat has thoroughly browned, introduce minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and marinara sauce. Simmer the mixture on low heat for approximately 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Prepare the cheese mixture by combining ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses in a medium mixing bowl, ensuring a smooth and consistent blend.
- Create the first layer by spreading one cup of meat sauce evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Carefully arrange 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, then generously distribute the cheese mixture on top.
- Add a second layer by placing 4 more noodles over the cheese filling, followed by pouring the remaining meat sauce to cover the noodles completely.
- Complete the lasagna by topping with the final layer of 4 noodles and spreading the last of the meat sauce. Sprinkle additional mozzarella and parmesan cheeses over the surface, then dust with Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
- Cover the baking dish with greased aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes, allowing the lasagna to cook thoroughly and the cheeses to melt and bubble.
Notes
- Sprinkle fresh herbs like basil or parsley just before serving to add a vibrant, aromatic finish.
- Kick up the sauce’s flavor with a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle, warming heat.
- Blend cheese filling ingredients more smoothly by using room temperature components.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container, keeping them delicious for 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
- Complement this hearty dish with a crisp green salad and crusty garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Opt for a lighter version by swapping traditional sausage with ground turkey or lean ground beef.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg