Mueller’s Quick “no Boil” Cheesy Lasagna

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Mueller's Quick "no Boil" Cheesy Lasagna for a hassle-free meal
in Italian

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb lean ground beef ( optional ) or 1/2 lb turkey sausage , with casing removed ( optional )
1 large onion , diced
2 garlic cloves , minced
2 cans tomato sauce
2 cups sliced mushrooms ( optional )
1 cup tomato juice or 1 cup water
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 container ricotta cheese
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 ounces mueller 's lasagna noodles , uncooked
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese , divided ( I always use closer to 4 cups )
1 cup grated parmesan cheese , divided

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
600
Sugar
10g
Fat
38g
Mueller's Quick "no Boil" Cheesy Lasagna is a great option for a hassle-free weeknight meal. The dish is filled with a variety of flavors and textures, from the meaty ground beef/turkey sausage, to the creamy ricotta and melted mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. Best of all, the recipe requires no boiling of the lasagna noodles beforehand - simply layer them in with the other ingredients and let the oven do the work. While not the healthiest meal option, this lasagna is a great way to indulge in a delicious comfort food dish from time to time.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink.
2.Stir in the tomato sauce, mushrooms (if using), tomato juice or water, and basil.
3.In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, egg, salt, and pepper.
4.Spread 1 cup of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
5.Layer in the following order: 1/2 of the uncooked lasagna noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese, and 1/2 cup of the parmesan cheese.
6.Repeat layers, ending with the remaining meat sauce.
7.Cover with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated 375 degree F oven for 45 minutes.
8.Uncover and sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
9.Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10.Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

PROS

This lasagna is quick and easy to make, with no need to boil the noodles beforehand.

The mix of meats (beef or turkey sausage) and cheeses make for a hearty and tasty meal.

CONS

This lasagna is not particularly healthy, with a high calorie and fat content.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The use of tomato sauce and sliced mushrooms in this recipe provide a good source of vitamin C, antioxidants, and minerals such as potassium and selenium.
Turkey sausage can be used as a healthier alternative to ground beef.

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