10+ Lasagne Recipes to Delight Your Family and Friends

Lasagne’s one of those dishes that just brings people together. You know, baked pasta layered up with noodles, sauce, cheese, and sometimes a bit of meat or veggies.

There are so many ways to make lasagne, honestly. It all depends on your mood and what’s in your fridge.

Ingredients

• Lasagne noodles
• Meat or vegetables (optional)
• Tomato sauce or meat sauce
• Cheese (mozzarella, ricotta, or Parmesan)

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook noodles as the box says.
3. Get your sauce and fillings ready.
4. Layer noodles, sauce, and cheese in a baking dish.
5. Keep layering until the dish is full, finishing with cheese.
6. Bake for 45 minutes, until the cheese is all bubbly and golden.
7. Cool for a few minutes before you dig in.

1) Classic Bolognese Lasagna with Bechamel Sauce

If you’re after a classic, try layering slow-cooked Bolognese and creamy bechamel. The Bolognese, packed with ground meat and tomatoes, simmers until it’s thick and rich.

Bechamel gives it a gentle, creamy touch. Fresh or dried lasagna sheets—either works.

Layer them with the sauces and finish with Parmesan or mozzarella for that golden, bubbly top. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 45 minutes.

Let it sit before slicing, or it’ll just fall apart.

Ingredients

• Ground beef and pork
• Onion, carrot, celery
• Garlic
• Crushed tomatoes
• Milk
• Butter
• Flour
• Milk (for bechamel)
• Fresh or dried lasagna sheets
• Parmesan and mozzarella cheese
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Cooking Instructions

1. Cook onion, carrot, celery in olive oil until soft.
2. Add ground meat and garlic; brown well.
3. Stir in crushed tomatoes and milk; simmer 1.5–2 hours.
4. Make bechamel: melt butter, add flour, whisk in milk until thick.
5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
6. Layer sauce, pasta, and bechamel in a dish.
7. Top with cheese.
8. Bake 45 minutes, then rest 15 minutes before serving.

Learn more at Classic Lasagna Bolognese with Ragù and Béchamel Sauce.

2) Cheesy Sausage and Ground Beef Lasagna

This one’s for folks who want it meaty and cheesy. Ground beef and Italian sausage make the sauce hearty and bold.

The cheese filling mixes ricotta, parmesan, and an egg. Mozzarella on top gives you that classic stretchy cheese pull.

Layer noodles, meat sauce, and cheese. Bake at 375°F (190°C) until it’s golden and bubbling.

Perfect for feeding a crowd or just meal prepping for the week.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 1 jar marinara sauce
• 15 oz ricotta cheese
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 9 lasagna noodles

Cooking Instructions:

1. Cook noodles, set aside.
2. Brown beef and sausage; drain.
3. Add marinara, simmer 10 minutes.
4. Mix ricotta, parmesan, and egg.
5. Layer noodles, meat sauce, cheese mixture, and mozzarella.
6. Repeat layers, finish with mozzarella.
7. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40–45 minutes.
8. Rest 10 minutes before serving.

3) Make-Ahead Lasagna with Cottage Cheese

Short on time? This lasagna’s got your back.

Cottage cheese keeps it creamy but light. It still tastes great even after a couple days in the fridge.

Layer uncooked noodles with cottage cheese, meat sauce, and shredded cheese. Let it chill overnight in the fridge.

When you’re ready, bake at 375°F (190°C) until bubbly. That’s it. Dinner’s sorted.

Ingredients

• 12 lasagna noodles, uncooked
• 3 cups cottage cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
• 4 cups marinara sauce
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Cooking Instructions

1. Spread sauce in a baking dish.
2. Add uncooked noodles.
3. Spoon cottage cheese over noodles.
4. Add beef and more sauce.
5. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan.
6. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
7. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45 minutes covered.
8. Remove foil, bake 10 minutes more to brown.

4) Vegetarian Spinach and Ricotta Lasagna

Here’s a meat-free lasagna that doesn’t feel like you’re missing out. Layer pasta sheets with a creamy ricotta and spinach mix.

Add marinara and mozzarella for that cozy, cheesy vibe. You can prep the filling ahead.

A pinch of nutmeg in the cheese mix gives it something special. This one’s a hit for family dinners or meal prep.

The ingredients are pretty basic—nothing fancy needed.

Ingredients

• Lasagna noodles
• Fresh spinach
• Ricotta cheese
• Mozzarella cheese
• Marinara sauce
• Nutmeg
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook noodles as directed.
3. Sauté spinach in olive oil until wilted.
4. Mix spinach with ricotta, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
5. Spread sauce in a baking dish.
6. Layer noodles, ricotta mix, mozzarella, and sauce.
7. Repeat, ending with cheese.
8. Bake 35–40 minutes until golden.
9. Cool 10 minutes before serving.

5) Three-Cheese Lasagna with Basil and Mozzarella

Craving something extra cheesy? This lasagna blends ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan.

Fresh basil brings a nice, fragrant kick. You build it up with cheese, sauce, and noodles.

Mozzarella melts so well, ricotta keeps it soft, and parmesan adds a salty punch. The basil? It just makes the whole thing pop.

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 45 minutes. Let it cool a bit before you try to slice it—trust me.

Ingredients

• 9 lasagna noodles
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook noodles, drain.
3. Mix ricotta with basil.
4. Spread marinara in a baking dish.
5. Layer 3 noodles, half the ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, 1/3 cup parmesan, and more sauce.
6. Repeat twice.
7. Cover, bake 40 minutes.
8. Uncover, bake 5 more minutes.
9. Rest 10 minutes before serving.

6) Easy Weeknight Meat Sauce Lasagna

Need something quick but still homemade? This one’s for you.

Just brown some ground beef, add jarred marinara, and you’ve got your sauce. Layer it up with noodles and a ricotta-mozzarella-parmesan mix.

Bake until the cheese is golden and bubbling. It’s easy, filling, and makes great leftovers.

You can even prep it ahead and bake when you’re ready.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 jar marinara sauce (about 24 oz)
• 9 lasagna noodles, cooked
• 15 oz ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brown beef, drain fat.
3. Stir in marinara, heat through.
4. Mix ricotta, egg, salt, and pepper.
5. Spread meat sauce in a baking dish.
6. Layer noodles, half the ricotta, half the mozzarella, and sauce.
7. Repeat, ending with noodles and sauce.
8. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
9. Cover, bake 25 minutes.
10. Uncover, bake 25 more minutes.
11. Rest 10 minutes before serving.

7) Homemade Lasagna with Tomato Sauce and Ground Beef

Start by cooking ground beef with onions and garlic until it’s browned and smells amazing. That’s your base.

Add tomato sauce and season it up. Simmer briefly.

Layer cooked noodles with meat sauce and cheese. Repeat until you run out of stuff.

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 45 minutes. Let it rest a bit before slicing—otherwise, it’ll just fall apart.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 24 oz tomato sauce
• 9 lasagna noodles, cooked
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• Salt and Italian herbs

Cooking Instructions

1. Brown beef with onion and garlic.
2. Stir in tomato sauce and season. Simmer 10 minutes.
3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
4. Layer noodles, sauce, ricotta, mozzarella.
5. Repeat, end with cheese.
6. Bake uncovered 45 minutes.
7. Cool 10 minutes before slicing.

8) Lasagna with Bell Peppers and Onions Sauce

You’ll love how sweet bell peppers and tender onions brighten up this sauce. They bring a fresh, mellow flavor to lasagna that’s hard to beat.

I like to cook the sauce with garlic and either sausage or ground beef—it gives you a rich, satisfying base. Simmer the peppers and onions until they’re soft, then pour in some tomato sauce.

This keeps things flavorful but not overwhelming. Layer the sauce with cheese and noodles like you usually would.

The peppers add a little extra texture and pop of color to every bite.

Ingredients

• 1 lb Italian sausage or ground beef
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups tomato sauce
• 9 lasagna noodles, cooked
• 1 ½ cups ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella
• ½ cup grated Parmesan

Cooking Instructions

1. Brown the sausage or beef in a pan.
2. Toss in the bell peppers, onions, and garlic. Cook until everything’s soft.
3. Stir in tomato sauce and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
4. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
5. Layer noodles, sauce, ricotta, and mozzarella in a baking dish.
6. Repeat the layers, finishing with mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until it’s bubbly and golden.
8. Let it rest for 10 minutes before digging in.

9) Ricotta and Mozzarella Creamy Lasagna

This lasagna leans into creamy ricotta and gooey mozzarella for a texture that’s just so comforting. Ricotta brings smoothness, while mozzarella gives you those classic stretchy, cheesy bites.

You’ll layer both cheeses with pasta sheets and a good tomato sauce. I like to mix some herbs into the cheese for extra flavor, but nothing too bold.

If you want a classic lasagna with a creamy twist, this one’s for you. It’s easy to make ahead and freezes well, which feels like a win.

Need a step-by-step? There’s a handy guide for this style of lasagna here.

Ingredients

• 9 lasagna noodles
• 15 oz ricotta cheese
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook noodles according to the package.
3. Mix ricotta, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
4. Spread a layer of marinara in your baking dish.
5. Add noodles, then ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and more sauce.
6. Keep layering, finishing with mozzarella and Parmesan.
7. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
8. Take off the foil and bake 20 minutes more, until bubbly.
9. Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving. It’s worth the wait.

10) Lasagna with Sausage, Basil, and Parmesan

This lasagna pairs savory Italian sausage with fresh basil for a punch of flavor. Parmesan brings a nutty, sharp edge that plays nicely against all that rich meat and herb goodness.

Start by cooking sausage with garlic and onions until it’s browned and fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes and oregano, simmering everything into a hearty sauce.

Stir in fresh basil at the end—it keeps things bright. Layer noodles, sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan.

Bake at 375°F (190°C) until it’s golden and bubbling. This one’s a crowd-pleaser, honestly.

Ingredients

• 1 pound spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 6 cups crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 12 lasagna noodles, cooked or oven-ready
• 15 oz ricotta cheese
• 4 cups shredded mozzarella
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Cooking Instructions

1. Pour a splash of olive oil into a large pot. Set it over medium-high heat.

2. Toss in sausage, onion, and garlic. Let everything cook until the meat browns up nicely.

3. Sprinkle in oregano. Add the crushed tomatoes. Let the pot simmer for about 20 minutes—just enough time for the flavors to come together.

4. Take the pot off the heat. Stir in a handful of fresh basil.

5. Fire up your oven to 375°F (190°C).

6. Grab a baking dish. Spread a thin layer of sauce across the bottom.

7. Lay down noodles. Dollop on ricotta. Add more sauce, then mozzarella, and a bit of Parmesan.

8. Keep layering—noodles, cheese, sauce—until you run out.

9. Top it all with one last layer of noodles, plus extra sauce and cheese for good measure.

10. Cover the dish with foil. Bake for 40 minutes.

11. Pull off the foil. Bake another 10 minutes, or until it’s all bubbly and golden on top.

If you’re in the mood for comfort food with some real flavor, give this a shot. For another take, check out Bon Appetit’s Sausage, Cheese and Basil Lasagna Recipe.