Barilla No Cook Lasagna Noodle Recipe
450kcal
Ingredients
- 9 –12 oven-ready lasagna noodles
- 500 g 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 3 cups marinara or tomato sauce
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Equipment
- Large skillet or saucepan
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Aluminum foil
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Method
- Prepare the Sauce:Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft, then add ground meat and cook until browned. Stir in tomato sauce and seasoning, then simmer for 10–15 minutes.
- Mix the Cheese Filling:In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended.
- Assemble the Lasagna:Spread a thin layer of sauce in the baking dish. Add a layer of oven-ready noodles, followed by ricotta mixture, sauce, and mozzarella. Repeat layers, ending with sauce and mozzarella on top.
- Bake :Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest and Serve :Let the lasagna rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy your homemade dish.
Notes
- Use plenty of sauce in the barilla no cook lasagna noodle recipe to ensure the noodles cook properly.
- Covering the dish during baking helps trap steam and soften the noodles evenly.
- Letting the lasagna rest improves texture and makes slicing easier.
- You can prepare the barilla no cook lasagna noodle recipe ahead of time and refrigerate it before baking.
- For variation, substitute meat with vegetables or use different cheeses for a unique flavor twist.
