Easy Cheesy Lasagna Creamy, Gooey, and Effortless Cheesy Lasagna Ingredients: 9 lasagna noodles 2 cups ricotta cheese 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cups marinara sauce 1 egg 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional) Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, garlic, dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer 3 cooked lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread one-third of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, then sprinkle with one cup of mozzarella and a little Parmesan. Repeat the layers two more times, ending with mozzarella and Parmesan on top. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: Approximately 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #cheesylasagna #easyrecipes #italiandinner #comfortfood #lasagnarecipe #homemadelasagna #pasta #cheese #dinnerideas #familymeal #bakedpasta #ricottacheese #mozzarella #parmesan #classicitalian #weeknightdinner #foodie #yum #savorymeal #cheesy Dive into layers of cheesy goodness with this Easy Cheesy Lasagna! Perfect for comforting family dinners and impressing guests.

Baked Ziti with Mozzarella Cheesy Baked Ziti with Melted Mozzarella and Rich Tomato Sauce Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) ziti pasta 2 cups marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought) 1 lb (450g) ground beef or Italian sausage 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup ricotta cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme) Salt and pepper to taste Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional) Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add ground beef or Italian sausage, season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes to combine flavors. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, meat sauce, and ricotta cheese. Mix well. Transfer half of the pasta mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese and some Parmesan. Layer the remaining pasta mixture on top, then sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly with golden spots. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Serve hot. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 650 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #bakedziti #italiancomfortfood #cheesypasta #mozarellapasta #homemadeitalian #comfortfoodrecipes #pastaovenbake #heartymeals #familydinner #easydinnerrecipes #italianrecipes #pastaandcheese #weeknightdinner #ricottacheese #groundbeefrecipes #italiandish #tomatosauce #pastafood #cheeselover #homecooking Indulge in this classic Baked Ziti with Mozzarella—layers of cheesy goodness and rich meat sauce baked to bubbly perfection! Perfect for family dinners!