Follow these steps for perfect results
ground beef
browned
spaghetti sauce
cottage cheese
American cheese
Mozzarella cheese
noodles
cooked and drained
Brown ground beef in a skillet.
Drain excess fat from the browned beef.
Add spaghetti sauce to the browned beef and simmer.
Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions and drain.
Place a layer of cooked lasagna noodles in the bottom of a large baking pan.
Spread a layer of the meat sauce over the noodles.
Dollop cottage cheese over the meat sauce.
Sprinkle American cheese over the cottage cheese.
Sprinkle Mozzarella cheese over the American cheese.
Repeat layers of noodles, meat sauce, cottage cheese, American cheese, and Mozzarella cheese until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of cheese.
Place the lasagna under a broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Expert advice for the best results
Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to the meat sauce for added nutrition.
Use a variety of cheeses for a more complex flavor profile.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.
Serve warm in square slices, arrange attractively on a plate.
Serve with a side salad and garlic bread.
Pairs well with Italian flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A staple dish in Italian-American cuisine, often served at family gatherings.
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