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Freezer Lasagna Recipe

Delicious Freezer Lasagna Recipe for Easy Weeknight Dinners

This Freezer Lasagna Recipe is a hearty meal and a lifesaver for busy weekdays, featuring creamy ricotta and savory meat sauce.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Lasagna
  • 18 pieces Lasagna Noodles regular or oven-ready; soak in boiling water for 4 minutes
  • 2 pounds Ground Beef 85% lean
  • 2 pieces Onions diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 piece Carrot grated
  • 1 piece Celery sliced
  • 13 ounces Canned Mushrooms drained
  • 48 ounces Pasta Sauce store-bought or homemade marinara
For the Cheese Filling
  • 30 ounces Ricotta Cheese
  • 1 piece Egg large
  • 2/3 cup Parmesan Cheese finely grated
  • 1/2 cup Dried Parsley
  • 16 ounces Shredded Mozzarella
  • 8 ounces Additional Parmesan shredded
For Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • disposable pan or baking dish
  • rack or parchment paper
  • heavy-duty foil

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until well-cooked, approximately 7–10 minutes. Add the diced onions, grated carrot, and sliced celery, cooking until onions become translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the drained mushrooms, pasta sauce, salt, black pepper, and oregano. Let it simmer for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Soak the lasagna noodles in boiling water for about 4 minutes. Drain and hang on a rack or parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, and dried parsley. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. In a baking dish, layer meat sauce, followed by 3 noodles. Spread half of the ricotta filling over noodles, then sprinkle with 4 oz of shredded mozzarella. Repeat layers, finishing with a final layer of meat sauce and 8 oz of mozzarella on top.
  5. Cover the lasagna tightly with heavy-duty foil. Label with the date and name. Can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  6. When ready to enjoy, thaw lasagna in the fridge overnight. Preheat oven to 350°F and bake uncovered for about 1 hour, until bubbly and golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Soak noodles to avoid breaking, allow meat sauce to cool before assembling, cover with foil to prevent freezer burn, and label your meals.

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