Best 6 Easy Microwave Lasagna Recipes
Craving a hearty and comforting lasagna but short on time? Look no further than the convenience of your microwave! This remarkable kitchen appliance can transform simple ingredients into a mouthwatering lasagna in a fraction of the traditional cooking time. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with our curated collection of microwave lasagna recipes that are not only easy to follow but also bursting with flavor. From classic lasagna variations to creative twists, our guide will lead you through the steps of assembling and cooking this delectable dish in your microwave. So, grab your microwave-safe dish, gather the necessary ingredients, and let's dive into the world of quick and satisfying microwave lasagna.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
MICROWAVE MEAL-PREP LASAGNA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: ricotta cheese, fresh spinach, fresh parsley, grated parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, marinara sauce, no-boil lasagna noodles, shredded mozzarella cheese
Provided by Alix Traeger
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix the ricotta, spinach, parsley, one tablespoon of Parmesan, salt, and pepper until combined.
- In the glass container, spread a layer of tomato sauce. Top the tomato sauce with the lasagna noodles.
- Cover the noodles with a layer of the ricotta mixture, then mozzarella.
- Continue with another layer of noodles, ricotta, tomato sauce, then mozzarella. Repeat.
- Cover the top layer of lasagna noodles with more tomato sauce and a layer of mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Place the lid on the glass container, without sealing it closed.
- Microwave for 7 minutes or until the cheese is melted through.
- Remove from the microwave carefully, the container will be hot!
- Allow to cool and refrigerate, or serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 599 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 4 grams
EASY LASAGNA I
A super easy and fast beef lasagna recipe. It is made with a prepared sauce, and requires no boiling of the noodles.
Provided by Susan T.
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large skillet, cook and stir ground beef until brown. Add mushrooms and onions; saute until onions are transparent. Stir in pasta sauce, and heat through.
- In a medium size bowl, combine cottage cheese, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and eggs.
- Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 13x9 inch pan. Layer with uncooked lasagna noodles, cheese mixture, mozzarella cheese, and meat sauce. Continue layering until all ingredients are used, reserving 1/2 cup mozzarella. Cover pan with aluminum foil.
- Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes. Uncover, and top with remaining half cup of mozzarella cheese. Bake for an additional 15 minutes. Remove from oven, and let stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 701.6 calories, Carbohydrate 62.5 g, Cholesterol 141.8 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 44.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.5 g, Sodium 1058.2 mg, Sugar 12.2 g
6-MINUTE MICROWAVE LASAGNA RECIPE BY TASTY
Making lasagna has never been easier! With the help of the microwave, you can have lasagna in no time at all! We par-cook the noodles to ensure they're cooked through and tender before layering with marinara sauce and a blend of cheeses. We kept our version vegetarian with spinach, but feel free to experiment with other ingredients, like cooked ground beef or sausage.
Provided by Katie Aubin
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Break the lasagna noodle sheets into roughly 1-inch pieces. Transfer to a medium microwave-safe bowl or large mug and pour in enough hot water to cover the noodles by 1 inch. Microwave for 3 minutes on high power under tender. 2.
- Drain the noodles.
- In a small bowl, stir together the ricotta, spinach, and salt.
- Spoon 1 tablespoon of marinara sauce into the bottom of a large mug. Add a layer of noodles. Spread 1 tablespoon of the ricotta mixture over the noodles in an even layer. Top with 1 tablespoon shredded Italian cheese and then another 1 tablespoon marinara. Repeat with remaining ingredients. For the final layer, top the noodles with 2 tablespoons of marinara and the remaining shredded cheese.
- Microwave for about 3 minutes, until the noodles are cooked through and the cheese is melted. Let sit for 1-2 minutes to cool slightly.
- Garnish with fresh basil, Parmesan, and dried basil, if desired, and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 calories, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 4 grams
EASY MICROWAVE LASAGNA
Make and share this Easy Microwave Lasagna recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Laouli
Categories Microwave
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small frying pan, brown the ground beef, basil, garlic, and oregano.
- Drain and add Spaghetti Sauce then remove from heat and set aside.
- In a square or rectangle shape Microwve Safe dish, place alayer of lasagna noodles across the bottom.
- Cover with a layer of spaghetti sauce, a layer of Ricotta cheese, and a layer of Mozarella cheese.
- Repeat one or two more times depending on the depth of your dish.
- For the last layer, cover with another layer of lasagna noodles and spaghetti sauce.
- Cover and microwave on high for 20 minutes.
- Remove Lid and cover with one more layer of Mozzarella.
- Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
- Let stand for 5 minutes and enjoy!
MICROWAVE LASAGNA
It's almost hard to believe that this traditional, mouthwatering dish comes from the microwave. While the lasagna cooks, use your oven to bake some rolls or bread to complete the meal.-Betty Ruenholl, Syracuse, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a microwave-safe dish, microwave beef on high for 3 minutes; stir. Cook 2 minutes longer or until no longer pink; drain well. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, basil and garlic powder; cover and microwave for 2 minutes or until heated through. Set aside. In a bowl, combine the cottage cheese, parsley, egg and pepper., Spread 1/2 cup meat sauce in a greased microwave-safe 11x7-in. dish. Layer with 3 noodles, half the cottage cheese mixture, half the remaining meat sauce and 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Layer remaining noodles, cottage cheese mixture and meat sauce. Pour water along edges of casserole on short sides of dish. , Cover with plastic wrap; microwave on high for 20 minutes or until noodles are tender, rotating dish after 10 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover and heat for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 785mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
ABSOLUTELY SIMPLE MICROWAVE LASAGNA
A very easy microwave lasagna that is tasty and super simple to make! This recipe was given to me by my mother in law, Lauren, as a simple house warming gift
Provided by Courtney Ellen
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Microwave meat on high in uncovered bowl for 6 minutes.
- Drain fat and chop meat up.
- Mix sauce and water in bowl and add meat.
- Mix ricotta and egg in small bowl.
- Coat bottom of glass pan (13x9, 2-3 quart rectangular) with 1/3 of sauce mix.
- Overlap 1 layer of uncooked noodles over sauce mix in pan.
- Coat with 1/2 of ricotta mixture.
- Layer mozzarella on top of ricotta mixture.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan.
- Repeat layers steps starting with the sauce once.
- Cover layers with last 1/3 of sauce.
- Cover pan with plastic wrap.
- Poke holes in plastic.
- Microwave on high for 10 minutes.
- Microwave on medium for 32 minutes.
- Take off plastic and let stand for 1/2 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 704.7, Fat 34.5, SaturatedFat 16.4, Cholesterol 154.2, Sodium 1090.7, Carbohydrate 55.6, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 14.9, Protein 40.9
Tips:
- Use no-boil lasagna noodles to save time and effort.
- If you don't have ricotta cheese, you can use cottage cheese instead.
- Add some cooked vegetables, such as spinach, zucchini, or mushrooms, to the lasagna for a healthier twist.
- Season the lasagna generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Let the lasagna rest for at least 10 minutes before cutting and serving.
Conclusion:
Microwave lasagna is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover ingredients. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and satisfying lasagna in the microwave that the whole family will love.
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