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Brenda's Lasagna

Brenda's Lasagna

Name: Brenda's Lasagna
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 1 9x13 inch pan
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package lasagna noodles; 1 pound lean ground beef; salt and pepper to taste; 1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce; 1 clove garlic, minced; ½ pound shredded mozzarella cheese; ½ pound shredded Cheddar cheese; 1 pint ricotta cheese

Rating: 4.38 stars

124 Ratings
95 Reviews
9 Photos

This is a faster, and less expensive lasagna.

By BRENDAJALOMOS

Recipe Summary

prep:

30 mins

cook:

30 mins

total:

1 hr

Servings:

Yield:

1 9x13 inch pan

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 8 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

1 (16 ounce) package lasagna noodles
1 pound lean ground beef
salt and pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
½ pound shredded mozzarella cheese
½ pound shredded Cheddar cheese
1 pint ricotta cheese

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

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Step 2

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown beef and season with salt and pepper; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce and garlic and simmer 5 minutes.
Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine mozzarella, Cheddar and ricotta; stir well. In 9x13 inch pan, alternate layers of noodles, meat mixture and cheese mixture until pan is filled.
Step 4

Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

642.8 calories; protein 41.3g 83% DV; carbohydrates 53.4g 17% DV; fat 29.3g 45% DV; cholesterol 108.3mg 36% DV; sodium 707.3mg 28% DV. Full Nutrition

Reviews (95)

Most helpful positive review

RogueOnion8

03/01/2005

It was very good and is great for leftovers too. I did make a key change: I used a homemade sauce instead of a jarred sauce. The homemade sauce already had onion and garlic so I left those out of the main recipe. I enjoyed the cheddar cheese in this recipe my mother had always used only mozzarella. I recommend this recipe and I look forward to having it again (with my own sauce recipe). Oh yah add some shredded parmessan after you take it from the oven! Read More

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(58)

Most helpful critical review

HIMFIRST

01/29/2004

I had to use more than double the amount of sauce that the recipe called for. I also added some cottage cheese for more filling and flavor. Otherwise good. Read More

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(27)

124 Ratings

5 star values: 69
4 star values: 38
3 star values: 14
2 star values: 1
1 star values: 2

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RogueOnion8

03/01/2005

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Linda W

03/22/2007

this is great...what works for me is to add an egg in with the ricotta mixture. It really helps with the spreading gives it a better texture. Read More

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HIMFIRST

01/28/2004

I had to use more than double the amount of sauce that the recipe called for. I also added some cottage cheese for more filling and flavor. Otherwise good. Read More

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(27)

CHRISTYZ3

12/09/2004

I thought it was good just needed a little more sauce which I will use next time. Thanks for the recipe! Read More

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(23)

GATERJEN

01/28/2004

Very good lasagna! My husband & I enjoyed it very much. I made a few changes I used ground turkey instead of ground beef and also used Barilla lasagna oven ready-no boil noodles.I then added sliced mushrooms and shredded parmesan cheese. This recipe was very fast & easy to make! I'd recommend this to anyone. This one is definetly a keeper! Read More

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GRAMMA GORGEOUS

11/10/2003

Good quick and easy. I don't add any extra salt though. I also sub cottage cheese for ricotta and sprinkle some parmesan on top. The addition of a little cheddar to lasagna is just really good for some reason! (If any of you haven't tried the "new" ready to use lasagna noodles do it soon-they work great and are sure a time saver-no more wet hot torn noodles for me)! Read More

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(17)

JULIESATCH

09/26/2003

I made this for my girlfriends. We are always watching what we eat but not this night everyone had seconds. It is so great and I followed another person's tip and added more aauce and cottage cheese. Also use a mixture of chedder and mozzarella for the top of the dish-yum!!! Read More

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NMOTTU

01/25/2005

Good basic recipe just needs a little oomph. Double the sauce include parmesan cheese with the cheese mixture spice up the sauce with some oregano or Italian seasoning and add some mushrooms (canned or fresh) and black olives to the sauce. I also used part Italian sausage for my meat along with the ground beef. Read More

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OPHELIA229

01/28/2004

I am new at the whole Italian thing being Irish (but having an Italian fiance). We thought this recipe was really good but could use a lot more sauce. The meat can also be halved if you don't want something too meaty. Read More

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Nutritional Information

Brenda's Lasagna

Servings Per Recipe: 8
Calories: 642.8

% Daily Value *

protein: 83 %

carbohydrates: 17 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 13 %

sugars:

fat: 45 %

saturated fat: 79 %

cholesterol: 36 %

vitamin a iu: 19 %

niacin equivalents: 107 %

vitamin b6: 22 %

vitamin c: 2 %

folate: 35 %

calcium: 65 %

iron: 20 %

magnesium: 26 %

potassium: 16 %

sodium: 28 %

thiamin: 8 %

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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RogueOnion8

03/01/2005

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Linda W

03/22/2007

this is great...what works for me is to add an egg in with the ricotta mixture. It really helps with the spreading gives it a better texture.

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(46)

HIMFIRST

01/28/2004

I had to use more than double the amount of sauce that the recipe called for. I also added some cottage cheese for more filling and flavor. Otherwise good.

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(27)

CHRISTYZ3