Lasagna, a classic Italian dish, can be a challenge for single individuals or smaller households to enjoy because of its traditionally large portion size. However, with a few adjustments and clever techniques, it's possible to create a single-serve lasagna that packs all the flavor and satisfaction of the full-sized version. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide to creating a delicious and convenient single-serve lasagna, including choosing the right ingredients, assembling the dish, and cooking it to perfection. Whether you're craving a comforting midweek meal or a special treat for one, this recipe will help you satisfy your lasagna cravings without leaving you with a week's worth of leftovers.
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LASAGNA FOR ONE
Best homemade lasagna! This mini lasagna recipe uses just 2 lasagna noodles and is layered with meat, cheese, and sauce.
Provided by Joanie Zisk
Categories Main
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the oil in a medium-sized skillet over a medium heat. Add in the onions and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add in the minced garlic and cook, stirring occasionally for a minute more.
- Add the ground beef to the pan and sprinkle the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the meat. Cook and stir the ground beef until meat is no longer pink.
- Stir in 1/2 cup of tomato sauce, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, stir the ricotta and 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese together in a small bowl. Set the bowl aside.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 480 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 41 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 124 mg, Sodium 1205 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 9 g
INDIVIDUAL LASAGNAS
Provided by Dave Lieberman
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 5 individual lasagnas
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Combine the sauce ingredients in a mixing bowl; stir well and let sit 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Mix the ricotta together with the salt and the pepper until evenly distributed.
- Preheat a grill pan over high heat. Whisk olive oil and salt together in a bowl. Rub the veggie pieces with the olive oil mixture all over and grill until soft and browned on both sides, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- To assemble the lasagnas:
- Line the bottom of a mini foil baking dish with a couple spoonfuls of sauce. Lay a single layer of raw lasagna noodles over that. Next scatter a mixture of the veggies over top, then an even layer of ricotta. Repeat once more and top it all of with plenty of mozzarella.
- Place lasagna on a baking sheet to catch any dripping cheese. Bake for about 30 minutes or until bubbly and well browned on top.
ONE-PAN LASAGNA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: canola oil, ground beef, kosher salt, ground black pepper, garlic, medium onion, marinara sauce, lasagna sheets, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350° F (180°C).
- Heat the oil in a cast-iron skillet over high heat.
- Cook the beef, salt, and pepper until the moisture has evaporated and the beef is starting to brown.
- Add the garlic and onion and cook until onions are starting to become translucent.
- Add one cup (260 g) of the marinara sauce and cook until the sauce has reduced to a paste.
- Using a large spoon or a spatula, push some of the beef mixture toward the side of the pan, creating a gap that allows you to slide lasagna sheets underneath the beef. Break about two lasagna sheets in order to fill in the cracks.
- Top the beef mixture with the rest of the lasagna sheets. Spread the rest of the marinara sauce on top of the sheets. Dollop the ricotta on top of the sauce and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the ricotta, and top with the basil.
- Bake for 25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool, slice, then serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 636 calories, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 48 grams, Sugar 7 grams
PANCAKE LASAGNA FOR ONE (OR MORE)
Until now if you wanted lasagna, you had to make a lot, but thanks to this easy technique, that's all changed. This recipe makes 4 single-serve lasagnas, but you easily scale back and just make one, freezing the extra 3 pancakes for later use! The pancakes in this recipe are actually more like thick crepes that come out tasting like egg noodles. It's almost impossible to tell you didn't use pasta--since these pancakes taste like homemade lasagna noodles. Make it as-is or adapt it to your personal taste.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Lasagna Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Set out 4 small, shallow, oven-proof baking dishes or ramekins.
- Combine eggs, salt, olive oil, water, and flour for pancakes in a large bowl. Whisk thoroughly until very smooth, then let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Brush oil into a nonstick skillet and set heat to medium. When the skillet is hot, add about 1/4 cup batter and tilt the pan so it evenly coats the bottom. Cook until the batter sets and the top surface goes from looking wet to dry, 1 to 2 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for 1 minute. Transfer to a plate and repeat to make remaining 3 pancakes. Cut each pancake into 3 triangles.
- Combine ricotta cheese, salt, pepper, cayenne, basil, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese for filling in a bowl; mix with a fork until thoroughly combined.
- Prepare lasagnas: Spread 2 tablespoons marinara sauce into the bottom of each baking dish. Lay 1 pancake triangle on the sauce, then top with about 2 tablespoons ricotta filling, 1 tablespoon Monterey Jack cheese, and 2 teaspoons marinara. Repeat to create another layer, slightly pressing down on the second pancake triangle before topping with filling and cheese. Top with the remaining pancake triangle, pressing down slightly. Add remaining marinara and Monterey Jack, sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano, and drizzle with olive oil.
- Place the baking dishes on a large sheet pan and bake in the center of the preheated oven until lightly browned and bubbly, about 15 minutes. Let cool for about 5 minutes, then garnish with basil and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 559.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Cholesterol 177 mg, Fat 36.9 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 28.1 g, SaturatedFat 17.5 g, Sodium 1061.7 mg, Sugar 9 g
LASAGNA FOR ONE
This recipe was part of a feature on different ways to make lasagne in our local paper. I based cooking time on doing in the oven, would differ for the microwave.
Provided by ImPat
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 25m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut pasta sheet in half and drop into a saucepan of boiling water for 30 seconds to 1 minute and then drain and put pasta sheets on a clean tea towel.
- Combine the ricotta and parmesan and season with salt and pepper and then spread over the 2 sheets of pasta and starting with the short end, roll up into a cylinder and then place on a small baking dish and spoon over the pasta sauce and sprinkle with mozzarella and bake in a preheat 180C oven for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Alternatively the lasagne could be cooked in the microwave, checking every 30 seconds until heat through.
- The remaining pasta can be prepared in the same way and placed in the freezer for later use or cut into rags or strips, cooked and then topped with your favourite sauce.
ALL-IN-ONE LASAGNA
To some, lasagna seems like a complicated dish but once you make our easy, yet classic, lasagna, you'll see it's simple enough for even the beginner cook! Melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese are layered with our rich tomato sauce for the perfect comforting bite.
Provided by Red Gold
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips RED GOLD®, Inc.
Time 1h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In large mixing bowl combine water, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning and salt.
- Cover the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan with 1 1/2 cups of sauce mixture. Arrange 1/3 of noodles on top of sauce, slightly overlapped. Top with 1/2 of ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and 1 cup of sauce. Repeat layers and top with last 1/3 of noodles and the remaining sauce. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 1 to 1 1/2 hours; until noodles are cooked. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
- The recipe makes 12 servings, but you could divide the recipe into two 9x9 inch baking dishes and freeze one for a wintry night supper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.3 g, Cholesterol 32 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 619.9 mg, Sugar 7.7 g
Tips:
- Use no-boil lasagna noodles to save time and effort.
- Make your own lasagna sauce or use a high-quality store-bought sauce.
- Layer the lasagna with a variety of cheeses, such as mozzarella, ricotta, and Parmesan.
- Add your favorite vegetables, such as spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini, to the lasagna.
- Bake the lasagna at a high temperature for a short amount of time to get a crispy top and gooey center.
- Let the lasagna rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
Single-serve lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or lunch on the go. With a few simple tips, you can make a restaurant-quality lasagna that will impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give single-serve lasagna a try.
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