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Saucy Small Batch Lasagna Perfect for Cozy Dinners

This small batch lasagna is a quick, comforting meal, rich in flavor with customizable ingredients, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can use shallots or leeks
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use fresh minced or garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Reduce if using regular table salt
  • 1 pound Turkey Italian Sausage Can swap for pork sausage or ground beef
  • 28 ounces Marinara Sauce Use homemade or store-bought
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Can substitute with cottage cheese or dairy-free options
  • 1 large Egg Omit for a dairy-free version
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese Can use Pecorino Romano or nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley Can substitute with basil or oregano
For the Layers
  • 8 sheets No-Boil Lasagna Noodles Regular noodles can be used with liquid adjustments
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Mix in provolone or use vegan cheese

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • Medium Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium skillet, heat olive oil, then add diced onion, minced garlic, and salt. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
  3. Raise the heat and add turkey Italian sausage, browning it while breaking it up. Drain excess fat once done.
  4. Mix in the marinara sauce and 1/2 cup of water. Let simmer on low for a few minutes.
  5. In a bowl, combine ricotta, egg, Parmesan, parsley, salt and pepper, mixing until smooth.
  6. Layer the lasagna starting with meat sauce, followed by noodles, ricotta mixture, more sauce, and mozzarella. Repeat.
  7. Bake uncovered for 30-40 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a lighter version, consider using turkey or plant-based sausage. This recipe is easily customizable to suit dietary preferences.

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