Best 7 No Bake Lasagna Recipes

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If you're craving a delicious and satisfying lasagna but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen, then a no-bake lasagna is the perfect solution for you. This innovative twist on the classic dish combines the flavors and textures of lasagna without the need for an oven. With a few simple steps and easily accessible ingredients, you can create a mouthwatering no-bake lasagna that will impress your family and friends.

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

NO-BAKE SUMMER LASAGNA



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These lasagnas are light yet substantial. Best of all, you don't have to turn on the oven.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup ricotta
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan
3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
8 lasagna noodles, broken in half crosswise
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 pints grape tomatoes, halved
2 zucchini (about 1 pound total), halved if large and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon torn fresh basil leaves, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, and 2 teaspoons oil; season with salt and pepper. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook noodles according to package instructions; drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high. Add garlic and tomatoes; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until slightly broken down, about 3 minutes. Transfer tomatoes to a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon oil and zucchini to skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until zucchini are tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to another bowl and stir in basil.
  • Place some tomatoes on four plates; top with a noodle and small spoonfuls ricotta, zucchini, and more tomatoes. Repeat layering twice, then top with remaining noodles and tomatoes. Garnish with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 12 g

NO-BAKE LASAGNA



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You don't need to turn on the oven for this lasagna, so it's perfect for summer. The noodles and sauce are simply layered on a plate...even my husband can make it! This is a satisfying vegetarian entree. -Norma Montgomery, Groveland, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon canola oil
3/4 cup spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup chopped fresh tomato
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 lasagna noodles
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Add the spaghetti sauce, tomato, basil and pepper. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, cook lasagna noodles according to package directions., Add mozzarella cheese to the sauce; cook on low until cheese is melted. Drain noodles; cut into thirds. For each serving, on a plate, layer 2 tablespoons of sauce and two noodle pieces. Repeat layers twice. Top with 2 tablespoons sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 577mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

LAZY NO-BAKE LASAGNA



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound mild Italian sausage, casings removed
2 cups Classic Marinara Sauce, recipe follows
12 ounces mafaldine corte or farfalle pasta
8 ounces mini mozzarella balls
3/4 cup ricotta
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
Torn basil leaves, for topping
1/3 cup olive oil
6 cloves garlic, minced
Three 26-ounce cartons chopped tomatoes
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 large basil sprig
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or large, wide pot over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking up clumps with a wooden spoon, until brown, about 6 minutes. Add the Marinara and 3 1/2 cups water and bring to a boil. Add the pasta, then partially cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and the sauce is coating it nicely, about 16 minutes. Stir in the mozzarella and ricotta, then sprinkle with the Parmesan and basil, and serve.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until it just turns golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the tomatoes, Italian seasoning, basil, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of fresh pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 minutes. Take off the heat and stir in the butter until melted. Add salt and pepper to taste.

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

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.

NO-FUSS LASAGNA



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I like this recipe because it can be prepared a day ahead and baked just before serving, so it's a great way to avoid that last-minute rush when attending a potluck. Using packaged spaghetti sauce and noodles that are not pre-boiled makes preparation especially quick. -Denise Goedeken, Platte Center, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste
3 cups water
2 packages (1-1/2 ounces each) spaghetti sauce mix
1 tablespoon sugar
4 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 large eggs, beaten
2 cups cream-style cottage cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 package (16 ounces) lasagna noodles, uncooked

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add tomato paste, water, spaghetti sauce mix, sugar, parsley, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Simmer, partially covered, for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally. , In a bowl, combine eggs with cottage cheese, half of the cheddar cheese and half of the mozzarella. Set aside. Spoon a third of the meat sauce into a 13x9-in. baking dish. Place half of the uncooked noodles over sauce. Top with a third of meat sauce and press down. Spoon cottage cheese mixture over all. Cover with remaining noodles and meat sauce. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Bake, covered, at 350° for 1 hour. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Bake an additional 15 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting. Freeze option: After assembling, sprinkle lasagna with remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Cover and freeze unbaked lasagna. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake lasagna as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 632 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 149mg cholesterol, Sodium 1210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 46g protein.

RAGÚ® NO BOILING LASAGNA



RAGÚ® No Boiling Lasagna image

With this skip-a-step recipe you'll have a scrumptious lasagna ready in no time.

Provided by RAGÚ®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Ragu®

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (15 ounce) containers ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 eggs
2 (24 ounce) jars RAGÚ® Old World Style® Traditional Sauce
12 uncooked lasagna noodles

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and eggs in bowl; set aside.
  • Spread 1 cup Sauce in 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Layer 4 uncooked noodles, then 1 cup sauce and 1/2 of the ricotta cheese mixture; repeat. Top with remaining 4 uncooked noodles and remaining sauce.
  • Bake 1 hour covered tightly with aluminum foil. Remove foil and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Bake uncovered an additional 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

EASY NO-COOK NOODLE LASAGNA



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Fast and super easy to put together on those nights you don't have a lot of time. No one will know you cheated. You don't even have to use the noodles that are specifically designed to not cook before. Just use normal noodles.

Provided by joannaf73

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 lasagna, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb lean ground beef
32 ounces chopped tomatoes
2 cups canned spaghetti sauce
16 ounces uncooked lasagna noodles
16 ounces part-skim ricotta cheese
2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Grease a 9x13 baking pan.
  • In a large frying pan, brown ground beef.
  • Drain.
  • Combine drained meat with tomatoes and spaghetti sauce.
  • Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of the greased pan.
  • Arrange half the uncooked noodles over the sauce.
  • Spread half the ricotta cheese over the noodles.
  • Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese.
  • Add another layer, using up the remaining noodles, sauce, ricotta cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
  • Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Baked covered for 50 to 60 minutes or until noodles are tender.
  • Uncover, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and bake another 5 minutes.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh lasagna noodles. Fresh lasagna noodles cook more evenly and have a better texture than dried noodles.
  • Don't overcook the noodles. Overcooked noodles will be mushy and difficult to work with.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. A combination of different cheeses will give your lasagna a more complex flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make lasagna, so feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors.
  • Make sure your lasagna is cold before serving. This will help it to set and hold its shape.

Conclusion:

No-bake lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a little planning and preparation, you can have a delicious lasagna on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give no-bake lasagna a try.

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