Easy Lasagna with Uncooked Noodles No-Boil
This lasagna uses uncooked noodles for convenience.The noodles cook perfectly while baking in sauce.Layers of meat, cheese, and sauce create rich flavor.No pre-boiling saves time and effort.Perfect for family meals or gatherings.Classic comfort food made simple.
Ingredients
- 9–12 uncooked lasagna noodles
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup water (to help cook noodles)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, cook ground beef with onion until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add garlic, marinara sauce, crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5–10 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, and half of the Parmesan cheese.
- Repeat layers until ingredients are used, finishing with sauce and cheese on top.
- Pour 1/2 cup water evenly around edges (helps noodles cook).
- Cover tightly with foil.
- Bake for 40 minutes covered.
- Remove foil and bake for another 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.
Notes
- Ensure enough sauce to fully cook noodles.
- Cover tightly to trap moisture.
- Don’t skip resting time—it helps layers set.
- Use oven-ready noodles for best results.
- Add vegetables like spinach or zucchini for variation.
- Adjust cheese amounts to taste.
- Use a deep baking dish for laye