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Delicious Freezer Lasagna Recipe for Easy Weeknight Dinners

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 650
This hearty freezer lasagna is perfect for quick weeknight dinners, combining rich flavors with easy preparation and make-ahead convenience.

Ingredients

Lasagna Noodles

  • 18 pieces Lasagna Noodles (regular or oven-ready; soak in boiling water for 4 minutes)

Ground Beef

  • 2 pounds Ground Beef (85% lean)

Onions

  • 2 pieces Onions (diced)

Garlic

  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)

Carrot

  • 1 piece Carrot (grated)

Celery

  • 1 piece Celery (sliced)

Canned Mushrooms

  • 13 ounces Canned Mushrooms (drained)

Pasta Sauce

  • 48 ounces Pasta Sauce (store-bought or homemade marinara)

Ricotta Cheese

  • 30 ounces Ricotta Cheese

Egg

  • 1 piece Egg (large)

Parmesan Cheese

  • 2/3 cup Parmesan Cheese (finely grated)

Dried Parsley

  • 1/2 cup Dried Parsley

Shredded Mozzarella

  • 16 ounces Shredded Mozzarella

Additional Parmesan

  • 8 ounces Additional Parmesan (shredded)

Salt

  • 2 teaspoons Salt

Black Pepper

  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Dried Oregano

  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano

Instructions 

  • Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions and set aside.
  • In a skillet, cook ground beef with diced onions, garlic, grated carrot, and sliced celery until browned.
  • Mix cooked meat with pasta sauce, drained mushrooms, and seasonings.
  • Layer noodles, meat sauce, ricotta mixture, and shredded cheeses in a baking dish. Repeat layers and top with extra cheese.
  • Freeze the assembled lasagna or bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45-60 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Notes

Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving for best results.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: lasagna