Best 4 Easy Stove Top Lasagna Recipes

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Lasagna, a classic Italian dish, is a delicious and versatile casserole made with layers of pasta, sauce, cheese, and meat. This hearty and flavorful dish is perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying as a cozy family meal. In this article, we'll share two easy-to-follow stovetop lasagna recipes that will satisfy your cravings without heating up your oven. Our first recipe features a traditional meat-based lasagna, while the second offers a vegetarian version packed with colorful vegetables. Both recipes utilize the convenience of stovetop cooking, making them ideal for busy weeknights or when you want to avoid using the oven. Get ready to indulge in the cheesy, saucy goodness of lasagna without the hassle of baking!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

STOVE-TOP LASAGNA



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No need to heat the oven-this easy lasagna can be made right on your stovetop.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb bulk Italian pork sausage
1 medium onion, cut in half, sliced (1/2 cup)
1 jar (26 to 30 oz) chunky tomato pasta sauce (any variety)
1 jar (4.5 oz) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into thin bite-size strips
3 cups uncooked mini lasagna (mafalda) noodles or medium egg noodles (6 oz)
2 1/2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 cup shredded Italian-style cheese blend or mozzarella cheese (4 oz)
Chopped fresh basil, if desired

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet or 4-quart Dutch oven, cook sausage and onion over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain.
  • Stir remaining ingredients except cheese and basil into sausage. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce heat to medium; simmer uncovered about 10 minutes or until pasta is tender. Sprinkle with cheese. Let stand 2 minutes. Garnish with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1090 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY STOVETOP LASAGNA



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My family and I have made this Easy Stovetop Lasagna recipe many times over the past few months. It's the perfect solution when you feel like lasagna but don't have time to bake it in the oven! Serve with salad or garlic bread. -Wendy Masters, East Garafraxa, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 jar (24 ounces) pasta sauce
2 cups water
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing
1 teaspoon garlic powder
10 uncooked lasagna noodles, broken into 2-in. pieces
1-1/2 cups 2% cottage cheese
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in pasta sauce, water, red pepper, dressing and garlic powder. Bring to a boil; stir in noodles. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, covered, until noodles are tender, 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Stir in cottage cheese; heat through. Remove from heat; top with mozzarella cheese. Cover and let stand until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 857mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

STOVETOP LASAGNA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt
7 lasagna noodles (about 4 ounces)
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 pound ground meatloaf mix, such as beef, pork and veal
2 cups tomato sauce
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 cups baby spinach
1/3 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
6 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Fill a wide pot with 3 inches of salted water and bring to a boil. Add the noodles and cook until al dente, about 11 minutes, then drain, transfer to a cutting board and halve crosswise.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground meat and cook, stirring, until browned. Add the tomato sauce and red pepper flakes and simmer 5 minutes. Add the spinach and stir until it wilts, then add the ricotta and bring to a low simmer. Season with salt and remove from the heat. Toss the mozzarella and 4 tablespoons parmesan in a bowl.
  • Cover the bottom of an 8-inch-square flameproof baking dish with a layer of slightly overlapping lasagna noodles. Top with half of the meat sauce and half of the cheese mixture. Repeat with another layer of noodles and the remaining meat sauce and cheese mixture. Cover with the remaining noodles and sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons parmesan. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and broil until golden and bubbling, 3 to 5 minutes. Top with the basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 671, Fat 33 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Cholesterol 123 milligrams, Sodium 747 milligrams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 44 grams

EASY STOVE-TOP LASAGNA RECIPE



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All of the flavours of classic lasagna in a quick stove-top version, ready in a fraction of the time. For an extra special presentation, sprinkle shredded Mozzarella on top of cooked dish and broil for 2 min or until melted. Excellent source of Folacin and Calcium.

Provided by Moegourmet

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb lean ground beef
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 1/2 cups milk
3 cups prepared pasta sauce (1jar)
2 cups cavatappi pasta or 2 cups fusilli
1 egg
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 cup finely chopped fresh spinach

Steps:

  • in large deep skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown beef; drain off any fat. Reduce heat to medium and add garlic, onion, basil, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, for 5 min or until onion is softened.
  • Add Milk and bring to boil, reduce heat and boil gently until about two-thirds of the liquid is absorbed. Stir in pasta sauce and cavatappi and 1 cup of water, bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium=low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 10 min or until pasta is almost tender.
  • Meanwhile, in bowl, whisk egg and ΒΌ cup parmesan. Stir in spinach. Drop mixture by large sponfuls on top of pasta mixture. Cover and simmer for 10 min longer or until pasta is tender. Sprinkle with remaining grated Parmesan cheese.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use a combination of ground beef and Italian sausage.
  • Add a layer of cooked vegetables, such as spinach, zucchini, or mushrooms, between the layers of pasta and cheese.
  • To make the lasagna more cheesy, add an extra layer of shredded mozzarella cheese to the top.
  • If you don't have a large skillet, you can cook the lasagna in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Just be sure to pre-cook the pasta before assembling the lasagna.
  • Lasagna is a great dish to make ahead of time. It can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

Stove top lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover pasta and vegetables. With a few simple tips, you can make a stove top lasagna that is sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give stove top lasagna a try.

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