Best 2 Lasagna My Special No Boil Recipes

Indulge in a culinary journey with our diverse collection of lasagna recipes, ranging from classic to contemporary. Experience the authentic taste of traditional lasagna with our classic lasagna recipe, featuring layers of tender pasta, savory meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and a medley of cheeses. For a vegetarian twist, try our vegetable lasagna, packed with flavorful roasted vegetables and a rich tomato sauce. If you're craving a lighter option, our no-boil lasagna eliminates the need for pre-cooking the pasta, resulting in a quick and hassle-free meal. Explore our unique lasagna roll-ups, a fun and portable variation that combines the classic flavors of lasagna in an easy-to-handle form. And for a truly indulgent experience, our lasagna soup is a hearty and comforting dish that brings all the beloved flavors of lasagna into a warm and savory soup.

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* **Easy Lasagna:** A simplified version of the classic lasagna, perfect for beginners or busy weeknights.
* **Lasagna with Sausage:** A hearty and flavorful lasagna featuring ground sausage, Italian herbs, and a tangy tomato sauce.
* **Spinach and Ricotta Lasagna:** A vegetarian delight with layers of spinach, ricotta cheese, and a creamy tomato sauce.
* **Lasagna with Pesto:** A unique and flavorful twist on lasagna, incorporating vibrant pesto and grilled vegetables.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BARILLA NO-BOIL LASAGNA

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This is the best lasagna ever!! The noodles are so nice and thin and there is NO PREBOILING!! I will never purchase any other lasagna other than Barilla. I've been making this now for 3 years and everyone agrees--the recipe makes the very best! The instructions are right on the back of the lasagna box. I usually make multiple batches and freeze them. Its a great housewarming or "new baby" meal for a friend!

Provided by Monica in PA

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 (9 ounce) box barilla no-boil lasagna noodles
2 eggs
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup parmesan cheese (optional)
1 lb ground beef or 1 lb sausage, browned
2 (24 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce or 2 (24 ounce) jars pasta sauce
parsley (to garnish)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375.
In bowl, combine beaten eggs, ricotta cheese and TWO cups of the mozzarella cheese and parmesan.
If you choose not to use the parmesan, just add more mozzarella.
Set aside.
In a 13X9X3 pan, spread 1 cup of sauce on bottom of pan.
Layer in the order, 4 uncooked lasagna noodles (they will overlap), then 1/3 part of the ricotta cheese mixture, half the browned meat, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, and 1 cup of spaghetti sauce.
Next layer, 4 uncooked lasagna noodles, 1/3 part of the ricotta cheese mixture, and 1 1/2 Cups sauce.
Next layer, 4 uncooked lasagna noodles, remaining ricotta mixture and remained meat, 1 cup of sauce.
For top layer, 4 uncooked lasagna noodles, remaining sauce, and remaining 1 cup mozzarella.
Bake covered with foil for 50-60 minutes.
Uncover and continue cooking until all the cheese is melted on the top (about 5 minutes).
Let stand 15 minutes before serving.
If you are using a 13X9X2 pan---just make 3 layers to avoid boiling over.

LASAGNA - NO BOIL

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Since the noodles aren't boiled first, this lasagna can be put together in a snap. There is a lot of sauce in this recipe which allows the noodles to pull moisture from the dish without drying the lasagna out. The layers are creamy, meaty, and delicious. Sometimes lasagna can be a little soupy when first cut into, but not this...

Provided by Penny R

Categories Beef

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

9 uncooked lasagna noodles
1 lb ground beef
1/2 lb hot pork sausage
2 jar(s) pasta sauce (I use Ragu or Prego)
2 c small curd cottage cheese, or ricotta
2-4 c shredded mozzarella, I use about 4 cups cause I'm a cheese freak, adjust to your preference
1 c grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp pepper

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large skillet, brown both types of meat. Drain.
2. Add back to the skillet. Add sauce and bring to a boil. Set aside.
3. In a bowl, mix together cottage cheese, half of the mozzarella (I use 2 cups here), Parmesan, eggs, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread 1 cup sauce over the bottom of 13X9X2" baking dish.
5. Arrange 3 uncooked lasagna noodles lengthwise over sauce.
6. Spread one-half of the cheese filling over lasagna.
7. Then another cup of sauce.
8. Then sprinkle mozzarella over the sauce.
9. Repeat layers of lasagna, cheese filling, sauce, and mozzarella.
10. Place last 3 pieces of lasagna noodles.
11. Then remaining sauce.
12. Cover tightly with foil and bake 45 minutes.
13. Remove foil. Sprinkle on enough mozzarella to cover the top layer. Bake an additional 15 minutes, uncovered.
14. Remove from oven. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Tips:

Use fresh lasagna sheets: Fresh lasagna sheets cook more evenly and have a better texture than dried sheets.
Don't boil the lasagna sheets: Boiling the lasagna sheets makes them mushy. Instead, cook them in the sauce for a few minutes until they are tender.
Use a variety of cheeses: A combination of cheeses, such as ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan, gives lasagna a rich and complex flavor.
Make sure the sauce is flavorful: The sauce is the most important part of lasagna. Make sure it is flavorful and well-seasoned.
Don't overcook the lasagna: Lasagna should be cooked until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the noodles are tender. Overcooking will make the lasagna dry and tough.

Conclusion:

Lasagna is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little planning and effort, you can make a lasagna that is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you are new to cooking or a seasoned pro, I encourage you to give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!