Ingredients

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
Easy no-cook noodle lasagna is a dish for lasagna lovers who do not have a lot of time for preparation. This recipe uses uncooked lasagna noodles, which saves time and makes for an easy preparation of the dish. The dish consists of layers of meat sauce, lasagna noodles, ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese, resulting in a delicious and savory meal. Lasagna is an Italian origin dish made of layered pasta and cheese baked together. It is a favorite Italian-American comfort food and a popular family dinner dish.

Instructions

1.Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until cooked through.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef, chopped tomatoes, and spaghetti sauce. Mix well.
3.Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
4.Arrange a single layer of uncooked lasagna noodles over the sauce.
5.Spread a layer of ricotta cheese over the noodles, then top with a layer of mozzarella cheese.
6.Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients, ending with a layer of meat sauce on top.
7.Sprinkle parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the lasagna.
8.Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, and bake in a preheated 375-degree oven for 1 hour.
9.Remove the foil and bake the lasagna uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This easy no-cook noodle lasagna is a simple and delicious dish that can be prepared in advance for a crowd.

Using uncooked noodles saves time and makes for a quick preparation.

The dish is a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love.

CONS

This dish can be high in calories due to the cheese and beef.

It may not be suitable for individuals with lactose intolerance or sensitivity to gluten.

There can be leftovers which may not be suitable for freezing or reheating.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe has nutritional benefits for a low-carb diet. Substitute the lasagna with veggie noodles and replace the meat with a lean protein.
The use of tomatoes provides lycopene which is a known antioxidant supporting cardiovascular health and reducing inflammation.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.