Make-Ahead Lasagna
This make-ahead lasagna recipe is perfect for busy nights or when you're hosting guests. Assemble the lasagna the night before using no-boil noodles, refrigerate overnight, and bake it the next day for an easy, hearty dinner everyone will love. Serve with breadsticks and a simple side salad for a comforting meal that feeds a crowd.
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Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 593kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 2 jars spaghetti sauce
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 20 ounces ricotta cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp pepper
- 12-15 no-cook lasagna noodles
- 6 cups mozzarella cheese
Directions
- In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until browned; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce. In a large bowl, combine eggs, ricotta, Parmesan, and pepper.
- Spread 1 cup meat sauce into a greased 13X9 inch baking dish. Layer with 4-5 noodles, half the ricotta mixture, 1 cup meat sauce, and 1 cup mozzarella. Repeat layers. Top with remaining noodles, meat sauce, and mozzarella. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
- Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover with foil and bake at 375 degrees for 1 hour. Uncover and bake 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.
Notes
Make Ahead Instructions
This lasagna is designed to be assembled ahead of time. Prepare the lasagna, cover tightly with foil, and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight before baking. Bake Immediately Option
If you prefer not to refrigerate the lasagna overnight, it can be baked right after assembling. Follow the same baking instructions. Let the Lasagna Sit Before Baking
If the lasagna has been refrigerated overnight, remove it from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before baking. This helps it cook more evenly. Using No-Boil Lasagna Noodles
No-cook noodles work perfectly in this recipe because they soften as the lasagna rests in the refrigerator. Be sure the noodles are fully covered with sauce so they cook properly. Freezing Instructions
Lasagna freezes well before baking. Assemble the lasagna, wrap it tightly with plastic wrap and foil, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking. Leftovers
Store leftover lasagna covered in the refrigerator for 3–4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm the dish in the oven.
This lasagna is designed to be assembled ahead of time. Prepare the lasagna, cover tightly with foil, and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight before baking. Bake Immediately Option
If you prefer not to refrigerate the lasagna overnight, it can be baked right after assembling. Follow the same baking instructions. Let the Lasagna Sit Before Baking
If the lasagna has been refrigerated overnight, remove it from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before baking. This helps it cook more evenly. Using No-Boil Lasagna Noodles
No-cook noodles work perfectly in this recipe because they soften as the lasagna rests in the refrigerator. Be sure the noodles are fully covered with sauce so they cook properly. Freezing Instructions
Lasagna freezes well before baking. Assemble the lasagna, wrap it tightly with plastic wrap and foil, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking. Leftovers
Store leftover lasagna covered in the refrigerator for 3–4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm the dish in the oven.
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 593 kcal | Carbohydrates: 28 g | Protein: 38 g | Fat: 36 g | Saturated Fat: 18 g | Cholesterol: 153 mg | Sodium: 1110 mg | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 6 g
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