Loaf Pan Lasagna Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a loaf pan.
• STEP 2.Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions and set aside.
• STEP 3.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
• STEP 4.Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
• STEP 5.Stir in tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
• STEP 6.In a separate bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, egg, and grated Parmesan cheese.
• STEP 7.Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of the loaf pan.
• STEP 8.Place a layer of lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
• STEP 9.Spread a layer of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles.
• STEP 10.Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of meat sauce on top.
• STEP 11.Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the lasagna.
• STEP 12.Cover the loaf pan with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
• STEP 13.Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• STEP 14.Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before serving.
• STEP 15.Serve slices of the loaf pan lasagna with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.

Cooking Tips

• You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or Italian sausage for a different flavor.
• Feel free to add additional vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to the meat sauce for extra nutrition.
• If you prefer a spicier lasagna, add some crushed red pepper flakes to the meat sauce.
• Leftover lasagna can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, cover the lasagna with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover lasagna can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, cover the lasagna with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes.
• Serve slices of the loaf pan lasagna with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.