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Lasagna Recipe With Ricotta And Cottage Cheese

This lasagna is a comforting hug on a plate with layers of pasta, ricotta, cottage cheese, and a rich tomato sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef or sausage
  • 2 cans 15 ounces each crushed tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 15 ounces cottage cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the lasagna noodles and cook for about 8-10 minutes until al dente.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the ground beef or sausage to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  6. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  7. Allow the sauce to simmer for 15-20 minutes to meld the flavors.
  8. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, cottage cheese, and the egg.
  9. In the baking dish, spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom.
  10. Layer noodles, cheese mixture, and sauce, repeating until finishing with sauce on top.
  11. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
  12. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 30 minutes.
  13. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  14. Let the lasagna rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Serve with a crisp salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.