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Italian Sausage Lasagna

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A rich and hearty Italian sausage lasagna layered with pasta, savory meat sauce, and melted cheese for the ultimate comfort meal.


Ingredients

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  • 12 lasagna noodles, cooked
  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook sausage and garlic, then stir in marinara sauce.
  4. Layer noodles, sauce, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella in a baking dish, repeating layers.
  5. Top with remaining cheese.
  6. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  7. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Let lasagna rest before cutting for clean slices
  • Use even layers for best texture
  • Cover with foil if top browns too quickly

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg