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!
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STOVE-TOP LASAGNA
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
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
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
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
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
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
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
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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