Best 10 Quick Lasagna Recipes

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**Lasagna: A Culinary Journey Through Italian Excellence**

Lasagna, a culinary masterpiece originating from the vibrant regions of Italy, is a delectable dish that has captivated taste buds for centuries. With its symphony of flavors and textures, this iconic pasta dish has earned a special place in the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. Our carefully curated collection of lasagna recipes offers a delightful array of variations, each promising a unique gastronomic experience. From traditional lasagna Bolognese to innovative vegetarian and seafood renditions, our recipes cater to diverse palates and dietary preferences. Embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets of preparing this timeless classic, ensuring a delectable outcome that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

QUICK LASAGNA



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Looking for an Italian-inspired dinner? Then check out this ground beef lasagna packed with three types of cheese - a scrumptious meal!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 clove garlic
1/2 pound ground beef
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 cup spaghetti sauce
6 purchased precooked or oven-ready lasagna noodles (each about 7x3 inches)
1 container (12 ounces) reduced-fat cottage cheese (1 1/2 cups)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 ounces)
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400°. Peel and finely chop the garlic. Cook the beef and garlic in the skillet over medium heat about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is brown; drain.
  • Stir the Italian seasoning and spaghetti sauce into the beef. Spread 1/4 cup of the beef mixture in the ungreased square pan.
  • Top with 2 noodles, placing them so they do not overlap or touch the sides of the pan because they will expand as they bake. Spread about 1/2 cup of the remaining beef mixture over the noodles.
  • Spread about 1/2 cup of the cottage cheese over the beef mixture. Sprinkle with about 1/3 cup of the mozzarella cheese.
  • Repeat layering twice more, beginning with 2 more noodles and following directions in steps 3 and 4 Sprinkle with the parmesan cheese.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake 30 minutes. Carefully remove the foil, and continue baking about 10 minutes longer or until lasagna is bubbly around the edges and looks very hot. Let stand 10 minutes, so the lasagna will become easier to cut and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 980 mg

QUICK SAUSAGE AND MUSHROOM LASAGNA



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If possible, use flat no-cook lasagna noodles: They look and taste more like homemade than the curly kind.

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Cheese     Mushroom     Pasta     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Father's Day     Dinner     Ricotta     Meat     Sausage     Family Reunion     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Small Plates

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 8-ounce packages sliced crimini (baby bella) mushrooms
1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
2 tablespoons dried Italian seasoning blend
1 pound hot Italian sausages, casings removed
3 garlic cloves, pressed
1 cup dry red wine
4 2/3 cups marinara sauce (from two 26-ounce jars)
1 9-ounce package no-cook lasagna noodles
1 15-ounce container ricotta cheese
2 8-ounce bags Italian blend grated cheese (4 cups)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Heat oil in heavy large pot over high heat. Add mushrooms, onion, and seasoning blend; sauté until vegetables begin to soften, about 6 minutes. Add sausage and sautéuntil brown and cooked through, breaking up with back of spoon, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and stir 1 minute. Add wine; cook until almost all liquid evaporates, scraping up browned bits, about 2 minutes. Set aside.
  • Spread 2/3 cup marinara sauce over bottom of 13x9x2-inch baking dish. Place noodles (about 4) over sauce, forming 1 layer (noodles may overlap slightly). Spread 1 cup sauce over noodles. Top with 1/3 of ricotta, then 1 cup grated cheese. Spoon 1/3 of sausage mixture over. Repeat 2 more times with noodles, sauce, ricotta, grated cheese, and sausage mixture. Cover with 4 more noodles. Spoon remaining 1 cup sauce over; sprinkle remaining 1 cup grated cheese over. Cover with foil, tenting in center to prevent cheese from touching foil. Bake lasagna 45 minutes; remove foil. Bake until bubbling at edges and cheese is browned, about 10 minutes longer. Let stand 15 minutes.

QUICK 'N' EASY LASAGNA



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"I never have leftovers when I prepare this hearty crowd-pleaser," notes Brenda Richardson, Rison, Arkansas. "It's my son's favorite, and my husband and I like to make it on nights we have friends over to play cards."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

16 lasagna noodles
2 pounds ground beef
1 jar (28 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add spaghetti sauce; heat through. Rinse and drain the noodles., In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, layer a third of the meat sauce and half of the noodles and cheese. Repeat layers. Top with remaining meat sauce. , Cover and bake at 350° for 35 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 625 calories, Fat 28g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 1248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

MUELLER'S QUICK "NO BOIL" CHEESY LASAGNA



Mueller's Quick

This recipe came from the back of a Mueller's noodles box. I love it because it is both delicious and quick! No need to boil the lasagne noodles. Just layer the lasagne and pop it in the oven! You can save even more time by using prepared sauce (see tip at bottom of recipe). This lasagne can be made with or without meat. You can also add more vegetables to boost the healthy quotient!

Provided by New Mom Kate

Categories     European

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 lb lean ground beef (optional) or 1/2 lb turkey sausage, with casing removed (optional)
1 large onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 cups sliced mushrooms (optional)
1 cup tomato juice or 1 cup water
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 ounces mueller's lasagna noodles, uncooked (9-10 noodles)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided (I always use closer to 4 cups)
1 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In large skillet over medium-high heat cook meat, stirring, until lightly browned.
  • Add onion and garlic; cook 3 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato sauce, mushrooms, tomato juice and basil.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, combine ricotta, egg, salt and pepper.
  • Spoon 1-1/2 cups sauce into 13x9x2" baking dish.
  • Top with half the uncooked lasagne, all the ricotta mixture, 1 cup mozzarella, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, 1-1/2 cups sauce, then remaining lasagne.
  • Top with remaining sauce, mozzarella and Parmesan.
  • Cover tightly with foil.
  • Bake in 350 degree oven for 45 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake 15 minutes longer or until lightly browned.
  • Let stand 15 minutes before serving.
  • TO USE PREPARED SAUCE: In steps 2 and 3, omit onion, garlic, tomato sauce and basil. Add 1 (30 ounces) jar prepared spaghetti sauce with the mushrooms and tomato juice to browned meat. Complete as directed.

QUICK MEATBALL LASAGNA



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Make and share this Quick Meatball Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h40m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (16 ounce) packages cooked italian-style meatballs, thawed (approximately 60 meatballs)
2 (26 ounce) jars smooth-style marinara sauce or 2 (26 ounce) jars your favorite pasta sauce
9 lasagna noodles, no cook (or traditional, cooked)
1 large egg
1 (15 ounce) container light ricotta cheese (fat free ok)
2 cups part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated or shredded

Steps:

  • Slice thawed meatballs in half.
  • Set aside.
  • Spray 13 x 9 baking dish with oil spray.
  • Spread 1 cup sauce evenly in bottom of dish.
  • Place 3 uncooked noodles over sauce.
  • Set aside.
  • Place egg in 1-quart bowl and beat with whisk.
  • Add ricotta cheese to egg and stir well to blend.
  • Dollop half of ricotta mixture evenly over noodles.
  • Top ricotta with half of the meatballs.
  • Pour 1 1/2 cups sauce over meatballs and place 3 more uncooked noodles over them.
  • Pour 1 1/2 cups of sauce over meatballs.
  • Place 3 more noodles over meatballs and pour remaining sauce (about 2 cups) evenly on top, spreading evenly.
  • Make sure all noodles are well coated with sauce.
  • Spray a sheet of aluminum foil with oil spray, and cover lasagna tightly, oil side down.
  • Bake 1 hour at 350ºF.
  • Remove dish from oven, uncover.
  • Spoon some sauce from edges over exposed top noodles.
  • Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses evenly over top.
  • Turn oven OFF and place dish, uncovered, in oven for 15 minutes more.
  • Serve at once or remove lasana from oven and let rest (up to 15 minutes) until ready to serve.

QUICK LASAGNA



Quick Lasagna image

A quick and easy way to make something that tastes like a lasagna that takes hours to prepare, but this only takes half an hour. Great for those quick weeknight suppers. The prep time includes frying the ground beef and boiling the pasta.

Provided by Bridget Elaine

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 1 13 X 9 pan, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground beef
16 ounces noodles (elbows or whatever you like)
16 ounces tomato sauce
16 ounces crushed tomatoes
4 ounces cream cheese
1 pint sour cream
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon basil

Steps:

  • Fry the ground beef and boil the pasta ( al dente).
  • When beef is done add the cream cheese and work it into the beef.
  • When the cream cheese is mixed into the beef well and the pasta is cooked combine all of the ingredients except 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese into a large bowl and mix well.
  • Place into a 13x9 pan and top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 for 15 minutes.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

QUICK CHICKEN LASAGNA



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Make and share this Quick Chicken Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dbolle

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 cups fat-free ricotta cheese
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
6 oven-ready lasagna noodles
3 cups torn baby spinach leaves
1 1/2 cups skinless roast chicken, finely chopped
3/4 cup shredded provolone cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly coat a 12 by 8 inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In a small bowl, beat ricotta, egg and pepper with a fork until well blended.
  • Gently stir in garlic and oregano. Spread 1/4 c tomatoes over bottom of baking dish and place 3 noodles over sauce. Spread on half of the ricotta mixture, half the spinach, half of the chicken, half the remaining tomatoes, and half the provolone. Top with the remaining noodles, ricotta mixture, spinach, chicken, tomatoes, and provolone.
  • Coat one side of a 14 inch long piece of aluminum foil with cooking spray. Lay the foil, sprayed side down, over lasagna and loosely seal the edges. Bake for about 45 minutes or until bubbling. Let sit for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 46.6, Sodium 453.1, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 5.5, Protein 9.9

QUICK & EASY SPINACH LASAGNA ROLLS



Quick & Easy Spinach Lasagna Rolls image

As much as I love to cook, there are just some nights when I'm so tired that I just want a "no-brainer" dinner. This is it. It takes about 20 minutes of super, easy prep time and 30 minutes in the oven and your entire family will enjoy a home-cooked meal. In the time it takes to order a pizza, you can serve this incredible,...

Provided by Family Favorites

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 lasagna noodles, cooked & drained
1 box 10 oz. frozen spinach thawed and squeezed dry or use 2 c. fresh, sliced into ribbons
1 1/2 c mozzarella or italian blend
1/4 c parmesan cheese
4 oz softened cream cheese
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 thinly sliced tomato, optional
1 jar(s) your favorite pasta sauce, approx. 2 cups

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • 2. Mix cream cheese, spinach, mozzarella, parmesan, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper, if desired depending on how salty your cheese is.
  • 3. Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over lasagna noodles. Top with sliced tomatoes, if using. Roll. Line bottom of 9x9 baking dish with enough sauce to cover. Add rolls, seam side down. Top with remaining sauce.
  • 4. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes.

QUICK AND HEALTHY LASAGNA



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Can't give up lasagna? Try this low-fat version instead!! I got this recipe from a friend. If you must, add ground turkey or beef.

Provided by Chef Christine

Categories     European

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups spaghetti sauce (less than 4g of fat per 4 ounces)
3 cups low-fat ricotta cheese
4 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
1 box uncooked lasagna noodle

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
  • Use a non-stick spray to grease a 9-inch by 13-inch baking pan.
  • Mix ricotta cheese, parsley, and garlic.
  • Pour one cup of sauce onto the bottom of baking pan.
  • Arrange 1/3 of the noodles in the pan.
  • Make sure they touch but do not overlap Spread half of the cheese mixture over noodles.
  • Top with half of the mozzarella cheese.
  • Pour another cup of sauce, add another layer of noodles, and the remainder of the sauce Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake it covered tightly with aluminum foil for about one hour.

QUICK LASAGNA



Quick Lasagna image

No need to cook the noodles first, and only 240 calories per serving. This is from the book, "Quick & Healthy" by Brenda J. Ponichtera. I use the recipe as a starting point and change it however the mood strikes. If you don't have or don't like Ricotta, use three cups of cottage cheese, and process 2 cups in the food processor.

Provided by GinnyP

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups spaghetti sauce (less than 4 g fat per 4 oz)
2 cups low-fat ricotta cheese
1 cup low fat cottage cheese
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
4 ounces grated part-skim mozzarella cheese
3/4 lb uncooked lasagna noodle
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Spray a 9-inch by 13-inch pan with non-stick coating.
  • Mix Ricotta cheese, cottage cheese, parsley, and garlic.
  • Pour 1 cup of sauce in bottom of pan.
  • Arrange 1/3 of the noodles in the pan so that they touch but do not overlap.
  • Spread 1/2 of the cheese mixture over the noodles.
  • Top with 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese.
  • Top this with 1 cup of sauce, 1/3 of the noodles, the remainder of the cheese mixture and the rest of the mozzarella cheese.
  • Add another cup of sauce, another layer of noodles, and the remainder of the sauce.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake, covered tightly with aluminum foil for one hour.
  • (This can be put together ahead of time and refrigerated. Increase the baking time by 15 minutes if it has been refrigerated.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.3, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 9.4, Sodium 570.1, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 8.1, Protein 11.1

Tips:

  • Use no-boil lasagna noodles: They cook in the sauce, making prep time faster.
  • Make sure the sauce is well-seasoned: This will give the lasagna a more flavorful base.
  • Layer the lasagna properly: Start with a layer of sauce, followed by a layer of noodles, a layer of cheese, and a layer of meat. Repeat these layers until you reach the top of the pan.
  • Don't overcook the lasagna: It should be cooked through, but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Let the lasagna rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the lasagna to set.

Conclusion:

This quick lasagna recipe is a great way to enjoy a classic Italian dish without spending hours in the kitchen. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. And with its delicious combination of cheese, meat, and sauce, this lasagna is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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