Barilla Lasagna is a comforting and hearty dish that layers tender pasta with rich, savory meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella cheese. This Italian favorite is perfect for family dinners, special occasions, or a Sunday meal prep. With its flavorful layers and cheesy goodness, each bite delivers a satisfying combination of textures and tastes. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or looking for leftovers to enjoy throughout the week, this lasagna recipe is sure to become a go-to for comforting, homemade Italian food.
Ingredients:
For the meat sauce:
- 1 box Barilla lasagna noodles
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jar (24 oz) Barilla pasta sauce (marinara or traditional)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the cheese layer:
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the noodles: Cook the Barilla lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the meat sauce: In a large skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef or Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Add the diced onion and garlic, sautéing until softened. Stir in the Barilla pasta sauce, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Prepare the cheese mixture: In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella, parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble the lasagna: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Place a layer of cooked lasagna noodles on top. Spread a layer of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles, followed by more meat sauce. Repeat the layers (noodles, cheese, sauce) until you’ve used all the ingredients, finishing with a layer of meat sauce.
- Add the mozzarella: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
This Classic Barilla Lasagna is the perfect family dinner, full of rich, savory flavors and layers of cheesy goodness!
