Mr. Amy's Lasagna Recipe
There's something undeniably special about the smell of bubbling marinara sauce, melted cheese, and {perfectly cooked} pasta wafting through the kitchen. One of our favorite lasagna recipes comes from our longtime Coton Colors Crew member and Sales Director, Rachel, whose late father created this delightful dish. To carry on this legacy, Rachel prepares this lasagna for our in-store crew at the Tallahassee Flagship Store during the Black Friday and Small Business Saturday holiday.
This 4-ingredient lasagna recipe is comforting, crave-worthy, easy to make ahead, and most importantly – delicious, making it a must-have in your recipe index. Ideal for whipping up on busy weeknights, making ahead to freeze and take out during the holiday season, or as a quick and convenient comfort dinner on the weekend.
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With its simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, this lasagna is a true crowd-pleaser that doesn’t require hours in the kitchen. Whether you’re feeding your family, impressing guests with a no-fuss meal, or stocking your freezer with a go-to dish for the holiday season, this recipe delivers every time.
Ready to bring a little comfort and a lot of flavor to your table? Let’s dive in and make this 4-ingredient lasagna your new favorite!
Why We Love Lasagna
There are so many reasons to love lasagna, but here are just a few that we can think of:
- It’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a weeknight dinner, patio potluck, or even for special occasions.
- It’s easily made-ahead of time, saving time before a gathering.
- It’s customizable, making it easy to add {or remove} some ingredients to our liking.
- It feeds a crowd, due to its sheer size and many layers of sauce and cheesy goodness.
A Few Key Ingredients for Lasagna
- Cottage cheese - Cottage cheese adds a creamy, mildly sweet taste to the simple dish.
- Marinara – Whether packed with spices or mixed with meat, marinara binds the lasagna ingredients together.
- Lasagna noodles – Wide, flat pasta sheets act as the layering base of the noodle dish.
Tips For Making Lasagna
Follow these tips for making lasagna:
- Ensure that the layers of noodles and cheese mix are even and thin ensure the lasagna cooks through evenly.
- If using dried noodles, boil them until just under al dente. If using no-boil noodles, ensure there's enough moisture in the sauce for them to absorb.
Mr. Amy’s Lasagna
Yields 1 large lasagna
Ingredients:
- 1 box no-boil lasagna noodles
- 1 Jar pre-made marinara sauce {We prefer Raos}
- 8 oz container of cottage cheese
- 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease casserole dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Mix together 8 oz cottage cheese and 4 oz mozzarella cheese.
- Spread 1/4 cup of marinara sauce on bottom of dish.
- Create 1 layer of lasagna noodles.
- Spread 1/4 cup of cottage cheese and mozzarella mixture on top of layer of noodles.
- Repeat layering lasagna noodles and cottage cheese and mozzarella mixture 4 times.
- Top with remaining mozzarella cheese
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
Recipe courtesy of: Rachel Amy, Coton Colors Company Sales Director
Watch How To Make Mr. Amy's Lasagna
Substitutions for Mr. Amy’s Lasagna Ingredients
Spice up {literally and figuratively!} your lasagna by substituting or adding these ingredients:
- Herbs and spices: Add fresh herbs like basil and parsley to your sauce and cheese mixture. A pinch of nutmeg in the cheese mixture can add a subtle depth.
- Meat sauce: If you prefer a heartier lasagna, swap out the marinara sauce for your favorite meat sauce.
- Vegetable additions: Consider adding vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini for added flavor and nutrition.
Favorite Things to Serve with Lasagna
We love embracing Italian cuisine when we make lasagna by creating an Italy-inspired recipe. Some of our favorite things to serve with lasagna are:
- Warm bread {with plenty of butter}
Prepare It In
A large, shallow casserole dish is the ideal dish to prepare lasagna in. We offer three stylish and functional casserole dishes that can easily be transferred from oven to table.
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