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Creamy Cheese Layered Lasagna

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This Creamy Cheese Layered Lasagna is a rich, comforting dish made with layers of tender noodles, savory meat sauce, and a luxurious cheese blend. Perfect for feeding a crowd or saving for delicious leftovers.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
  • 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 jar (24 oz) marinara or pasta sauce
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 egg
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain fat and stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, mix ricotta, cream cheese, sour cream, egg, 1 cup mozzarella, and 1/2 cup Parmesan until smooth.
  4. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
  5. Layer 4 noodles over the sauce, then top with 1/3 of the cheese mixture, 1/3 of the meat sauce, and a sprinkle of mozzarella.
  6. Repeat the layers two more times.
  7. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  9. Let rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with basil or parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Substitute ground beef with Italian sausage for more flavor.
  • Add spinach or mushrooms to the cheese mixture for a veggie version.
  • Use oven-ready noodles to skip boiling.
  • Freeze baked or unbaked lasagna for later—thaw overnight before baking or reheating.
  • Make ahead and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.

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