Best 8 Lasagna Casserole Fake Lasagna Recipes

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Lasagna casserole is a versatile and delicious dish that is a great option for busy weeknights or special occasions. Made with layers of noodles, cheese, sauce, and your favorite fillings, lasagna can be tailored to suit any taste. Whether you prefer a classic meat lasagna or a vegetarian lasagna, there is a recipe out there for you. One of the best parts about lasagna is that it can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for meal prepping or entertaining guests.

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

LASAGNA CASSEROLE



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While growing up, this was the meal I always wanted on my birthday. Mother made the sauce from scratch, but I use store-bought spaghetti sauce to save time. Replace the ground beef with Italian sausage if you want more spice. -Deb Morrison, Skiatook, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 pound medium pasta shells, cooked and drained
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
3 cups 4% cottage cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
1 jar (24 ounces) pasta sauce

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Sprinkle with salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the pasta, 3 cups mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese, eggs, Parmesan cheese, parsley and remaining pepper. Transfer to a greased shallow 3-qt. or 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with beef mixture and spaghetti sauce (dish will be full). , Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly and cheese is melted, 15 minutes longer. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Freeze option: Sprinkle casserole with remaining mozzarella cheese. Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 667 calories, Fat 30g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 157mg cholesterol, Sodium 1209mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 44g protein.

LASAGNA CASSEROLE - FAKE LASAGNA



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A really simple casserole that my family loves. It tastes like lasagna but is half the work. It makes alot, so I usually divide it into 3 dishes and freeze two. A real kid-pleaser.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 1h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef, uncooked
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 (16 ounce) package pasta shells, cooked
6 cups mozzarella cheese
24 ounces cottage cheese
2 eggs
1/3 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons parsley
3 (28 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce

Steps:

  • Assembly instructions:.
  • In a skillet, cook beef and onion until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. Sprinkle with salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, 3 cups of mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese, eggs, Parmesan cheese, parsley and remaining pepper; stir gently. Pour into a greased 13x9x2-inch baking dish or shallow 3 quart baking dish.
  • Top with beef mixture and spaghetti sauce (dish will be VERY full).
  • Freeze. Cover tightly with foil. Seal additional cheese in package attached to pans.
  • To serve:.
  • Thaw all day in refrigerator.
  • Baking Instructions:.
  • Cover with new layer of foil and bake at 350ºF for 45 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
  • Bake, uncovered, 15 minutes longer or until the cheese is melted ad bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
  • Serves 6 to 8 in a 13x9x2-inch pan OR.
  • Serves 4 in each 8x8-inch pan.

DECONSTRUCTED LASAGNA



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In this case, "deconstructed" is really just a trendy way of saying easy! Instead of taking the time to layer the pasta, sauce, and several kinds of cheeses, I toss everything together to make a lasagna bowl that satisfies, with all of the same, indulgent components but far fewer calories and effort. Fresh marjoram has a minty, oregano-like flavor that is a nice change of pace from basil or dried Italian herbs-but really, any kind of fresh herb is delicious in tomato sauce, so use what's handy.

Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Time 50m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into smaller pieces
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, halved and very finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, very finely chopped or pressed through a garlic press
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh marjoram
Pinch of red pepper flakes
1/2 pound lean ground beef
2 cups canned whole tomatoes, chopped (or canned chopped tomatoes)
1/2 cup quartered bocconcini (mozzarella balls) or 1/2-inch pieces of fresh mozzarella
2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lasagna noodles and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain in a colander and set aside.
  • To a large, deep skillet or pot set over medium heat add the olive oil, onion, garlic, 1 teaspoon of the salt, and the black pepper, and cook until the onion is soft and sticky, -stirring often, for 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in the marjoram and red pepper flakes, and once they are fragrant, after 30 seconds, stir in the beef, using a wooden spoon to break it into small pieces. Cook, stirring often, until the beef is no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the chopped tomatoes and remaining 1 teaspoon salt, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer the sauce until it reduces slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • Divide half of the cooked lasagna noodles among 4 bowls. Top each with some mozzarella and sauce, then divide the remaining noodles over the top. Add some more mozzarella and sauce, and serve sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.
  • Per serving: Calories 567; Total Fat 18g; Protein 31g; Dietary Fiber 5g; Sugars 8g

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 31 grams, Sugar 8 grams

LASAGNA CASSEROLE



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Dinner's in the oven in 15 minutes! It's everyone's favorite pasta, thick red sauce and melted cheese. Yum!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups uncooked mini lasagna (mafalda) noodles (8 ounces)
1 jar (28 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 can (2 1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Mix pasta and remaining ingredients except cheese in ungreased 2 1/2-quart casserole.
  • Cover and bake about 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered about 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

EASY LAZY LASAGNA



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This incorporates all the flavors of lasagna, but it's easier because the ingredients are simply mixed together and baked.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup wide egg noodles
½ pound ground beef
4 ounces bulk Italian sausage
1 ½ cups marinara sauce
½ cup cottage cheese
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ cup grated mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rapid boil. Cook egg noodles at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 7 to 9 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef and sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Pour marinara sauce into the meat. Stir in drained egg noodles, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, onion powder, garlic salt, and Italian seasoning; mix until incorporated. Pour mixture into an 8-inch square casserole dish and top with mozzarella cheese and remaining Parmesan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is golden brown, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 74.7 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 1068.1 mg, Sugar 9 g

CRESCENT ROLL LASAGNA



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My mom used to make this crescent roll lasagna for us and everyone loved it. It's a fast, yummy alternative to normal lasagna and our most often requested recipe at potlucks. My husband loves spicier food so for him I put in more seasoning to make the meat pop. You can make it ahead of time; just refrigerate covered for up to 3 hours and then increase baking time to 25 to 30 minutes.

Provided by azsunshinegirl

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

½ pound ground beef
½ pound bulk pork sausage
¾ cup chopped onion
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
½ clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
1 dash ground black pepper
1 cup creamed cottage cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
2 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent rolls
2 slices mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon milk
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef and sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Add onion, tomato paste, garlic, parsley, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
  • Combine cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, and egg in a bowl for filling.
  • Unroll 1 can of crescent rolls on an ungreased 15x13-inch cookie sheet and press the edges together to seal. Spread 1/2 of the meat mixture on top, to within 1 inch of the edge of the dough. Top with cheese filling. Spoon remaining meat mixture carefully on top. Place mozzarella cheese slices on top of the meat.
  • Unroll remaining crescent can and place dough on top, being careful to overlap the edges by about 1/4 inch. Pinch the edges to seal to prevent leaking. Brush dough with milk; sprinkle on sesame seeds.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 589.5 calories, Carbohydrate 39.3 g, Cholesterol 90.9 mg, Fat 34.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 1638 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

LASAGNA CASSEROLE - EASY (BUT DELICIOUS!)



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Provided by Claudia Gomez

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

10 oz of short pasta
1lb of ground beef
1/2 a cup of chopped onions
1 tsp of minced garlic
25 oz of marinara sauce
1/4 of a cup of water
1 cup of ricotta cheese
1 large egg
3 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
Italian herbs and seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil to serve

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil on the stovetop.
  • Add in your pasta and allow it to cook until it's al dente (cook the pasta for one or two minutes less than it says to on the back of the packet). Once you finish cooking the pasta, drain the water, and keep the pasta ready on your counter.
  • Place a large skillet onto a medium heat on the stovetop and throw in your ground beef, chopped onions, and minced garlic. Allow the ingredients to cook on medium heat until the ground beef is browned all over, and the onions have softened up.
  • Add in your Italian herbs and seasoning alongside salt and pepper to taste. Stir before pouring over your marinara sauce. Pour in a little water (no more than 2 tbsps) to lighten the sauce.
  • Allow the ingredients to simmer in the sauce until it's warmed up (no need to boil), then add your drained pasta to the mix and stir everything together.
  • Now you need to prepare a 13 x 9-inch casserole dish and preheat your oven to 350 °F.
  • While the oven is preheating, pour your ricotta cheese into a large mixing bowl. Crack your large egg into the bowl and whisk it into the cheese.
  • Shred your mozzarella cheese and grate your parmesan. Add half of both kinds of cheese to the mixing bowl. Stir everything together with a light seasoning of pepper.
  • Now it's time to layer your lasagna casserole. First, pour half of the sauce, beef, and pasta into the baking dish. Add a smooth layer of your cheese mixture, then add a second layer of sauce, beef, and pasta.
  • Add any leftover cheese mixture to the top, cover the pan with tin foil, and then place the lasagna casserole into the oven.
  • After 30 min of baking, take the easy lasagna casserole out of the oven, remove the tin foil, and cover the top with the rest of your grated parmesan and shredded mozzarella.
  • Place the lasagna back into the oven, this time uncovered. Bake for a further 10 min to give the lasagna a cheesy, yet golden brown finish.
  • Leave to cool, sprinkle with fresh basil, and serve up to a hungry dinner table!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 6

FAKE LASAGNA



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Ridiculously easy lasagna, from Real Simple magazine. It would be easy to vary -- different sauces, add extra veggies, etc. I actually used refrigerated ravioli, and forgot to use foil. It puffed up beautifully, and didn't overbrown. Delicious!

Provided by chakrates

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (26 ounce) jar pasta sauce
1 (18 ounce) bag frozen large cheese ravioli, unthawed
1 (10 ounce) box frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 (8 ounce) bag shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Spoon 1/3 of the sauce into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  • Place 12 ravioli on top.
  • Cover with the spinach and half the mozzarella.
  • Add another layer of ravioli and the remaining sauce, mozzarella, and the Parmesan.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake until bubbly, 5 to 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.2, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 27.9, Sodium 742.8, Carbohydrate 12.8, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 8.8, Protein 11.9

Tips:

  • Use a variety of cheeses in your lasagna casserole to create a rich and flavorful dish. Some good options include mozzarella, ricotta, Parmesan, and cheddar.
  • If you don't have any lasagna noodles, you can use other types of pasta, such as penne or macaroni. Just be sure to cook the pasta according to the package directions before adding it to the casserole.
  • Be creative with your toppings! You can use a variety of ingredients, such as breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, or chopped fresh herbs.
  • If you're short on time, you can use a jarred pasta sauce instead of making your own. Just be sure to choose a sauce that you like the taste of.
  • Lasagna casserole is a great dish to make ahead of time. You can assemble the casserole up to 24 hours in advance and then bake it when you're ready to eat.

Conclusion:

Lasagna casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up leftover ingredients, and it's also a budget-friendly meal. With a little creativity, you can create a lasagna casserole that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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