Description
Easy Bow Tie Pasta Lasagna is a simplified version of the traditional lasagna, using bow tie pasta instead of noodles, layered with a savory meat sauce, ricotta cheese, and melted mozzarella for a hearty, comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound bow tie pasta
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 (15 oz) container ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the bow tie pasta according to the package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground beef or turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- Stir in the marinara sauce, water, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
- In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth and set aside.
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a layer of the meat sauce on the bottom. Add a layer of bow tie pasta, followed by a layer of the ricotta cheese mixture. Repeat the layers, finishing with the meat sauce on top.
- Top the lasagna with the remaining mozzarella cheese and bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let the lasagna rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can add vegetables like spinach or zucchini to the meat sauce for extra flavor and nutrition.
- For a lighter version, use ground turkey and reduce the amount of cheese.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Easy Bow Tie Pasta Lasagna, pasta lasagna, quick lasagna, bow tie pasta, cheesy lasagna