Best 2 Easy Kid Friendly Lasagna Recipes

Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. However, if you're looking for a lasagna recipe that is easy to make and kid-friendly, you may need to make a few adjustments to the traditional recipe. This article will provide you with a few tips for making lasagna that is both easy and delicious, as well as a few kid-friendly lasagna recipes that are sure to be a hit with your little ones.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

EMERIL'S 1-2-3 LASAGNA (LASAGNE) FOR KIDS

Emeril's 1-2-3 Lasagna (Lasagne) for Kids image

From Emeril's Kid Cookbook, "There is a Chef in My Soup!" It is similar to his Recipe #220830, but with no meat and fewer spices. My kids loved making this! Allow for extra prep time if your kids are new to cooking. ;)

Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns

Categories Cheese

Time 1h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

15 ounces ricotta cheese
2 large eggs
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
4 cups mozzarella cheese, grated
1 teaspoon spices (it calls for Baby Bam)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
5 cups homemade pasta sauce (it calls for Recipe #220831) or 5 cups store-bought pasta sauce
12 lasagna noodles, uncooked

Steps:

Make sure the oven rack is in the center position and preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
In a large bowl, using a large wooden spoon, stir together the ricotta cheese, eggs, 1/2 cup of the grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup of the grated mozzarella cheese, the Baby Bam, salt, parsley, basil, and pepper until thoroughly combined.
Spread 1 cup of the Best Basic Red Sauce in the bottom of a 3-quart casserole dish. Lay 3 lasagna noodles lengthwise in the dish. The noodles should not overlap or touch one another.
Spoon 3/4 cup of the ricotta mixture over the noodles and spread it evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese evenly over the ricotta. Repeat with the remaining ingredients, for a total of 4 layers of noodles. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the top layer of tomato sauce. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese .
Cover the casserole tightly with aluminum foil.
Bake, covered, for 1 hour .
Using oven mitts or pot holders, remove the casserole from the oven and discard the aluminum foil. Return the dish to the oven and bake, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
Using the mitts or pot holders, remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 579.7, Fat 28.8, SaturatedFat 15.1, Cholesterol 136.3, Sodium 1505.2, Carbohydrate 46.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 15.4, Protein 32.6

KIDS CAN MAKE: MINI LASAGNA CUPS

Kids Can Make: Mini Lasagna Cups image

These genius little lasagna cups are made with a surprise ingredient: ravioli! They fit perfectly into muffin tin cups and add an extra bonus pocket of cheese. Little kids can help measure the ingredients and big kids can help make the sauce. Both can help fill the cups.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

One 24-ounce bag frozen spinach and cheese ravioli
4 tablespoons olive oil
One 14.5-ounce can chopped tomatoes
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 small carrot, chopped
1 clove garlic
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan

Steps:

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the ravioli and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water until cool enough to handle.
Position an oven rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees F. Brush the cups of a 12-cup muffin tin with 2 tablespoons of the oil. Set aside.
Combine the tomatoes, Italian seasoning, carrot, garlic and remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a blender. Blend until well combined but not entirely smooth, about 20 seconds. Season with salt and pepper.
Spoon 1/2 teaspoon sauce into each oiled cup, top with a ravioli, then with 1 teaspoon sauce and 1 teaspoon mozzarella. Repeat twice so that each cup has 3 raviolis layered on top of each other with sauce and mozzarella. Evenly divide the remaining sauce among the cups. Top each with 1 tablespoon mozzarella and 1/4 teaspoon Parmesan. Bake until the top of each lasagna is golden brown and bubbly, 18 to 20 minutes.

Tips:

Use a variety of cheeses. Mozzarella, ricotta, and Parmesan are all classic lasagna cheeses, but you can also experiment with other types, such as cheddar, fontina, or goat cheese.
Don't overcook the noodles. Lasagna noodles should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. If you overcook them, they will become mushy and the lasagna will be less enjoyable.
Assemble the lasagna carefully. Layer the ingredients evenly and make sure that the noodles are completely covered by sauce and cheese. This will help to prevent the lasagna from drying out.
Bake the lasagna until it is bubbly and golden brown. This usually takes about 30 minutes. If you are using a glass baking dish, you may need to bake the lasagna for a few minutes longer.
Let the lasagna rest before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the lasagna to set. Letting the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes will make it easier to slice and serve.

Conclusion:

Lasagna is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its cheesy, saucy goodness, lasagna is sure to be a hit at your next family meal or party. So next time you're looking for a kid-friendly recipe that is sure to please, give this easy lasagna recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!