No Mess Lasagna

This simplified lasagna recipe eliminates the hassle of boiling noodles by using uncooked pasta sheets that soften directly in the sauce. The filling combines dry curd cottage cheese, mozzarella, and egg for a creamy, protein-rich layer that melts beautifully into the rich spaghetti sauce and ground beef. Its a comforting, savory dish perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd. With minimal prep and no boiling water required, this "no mess" approach delivers authentic home-style flavor without the cleanup. Serve it warm with a simple green salad or garlic bread for a complete, satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Cooking Method: Baking, Microwave

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 6

Calories: 2654.2

Description

This simplified lasagna recipe eliminates the hassle of boiling noodles by using uncooked pasta sheets that soften directly in the sauce. The filling combines dry curd cottage cheese, mozzarella, and egg for a creamy, protein-rich layer that melts beautifully into the rich spaghetti sauce and ground beef. Its a comforting, savory dish perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd. With minimal prep and no boiling water required, this "no mess" approach delivers authentic home-style flavor without the cleanup. Serve it warm with a simple green salad or garlic bread for a complete, satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

32 ounce Jar spaghetti sauce
9 Lasagna Noodles, UNCOOKED
12 ounce Dry curd cottage cheese
1 Egg
8 ounce Cheese, Mozzarella; shredded
1/4 Cheese, parmesan, grated
1 pound Beef, ground, or turkey
1 tablespoon Italian spices to taste -

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 350F (175C).
2
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef (or turkey), breaking it apart with a spoon until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
3
Stir the spaghetti sauce and Italian spices into the cooked meat in the skillet. Set aside.
4
In a medium bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, shredded mozzarella, and egg until well blended.
5
Spread approximately 1/4 of the meat sauce mixture on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish (or 7x11x3 inch pan).
6
Place one layer of uncooked lasagna noodles across the bottom of the pan, breaking pieces if necessary to fit.
7
Spread half of the cottage cheese mixture over the noodles.
8
Layer 1/3 of the remaining meat sauce over the cheese.
9
Add a second layer of noodles, followed by the remaining cottage cheese mixture and another 1/3 of the meat sauce.
10
Top with the final layer of noodles and cover completely with the remaining meat sauce.
11
Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
12
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
13
Bake covered for 1 hour.
14
Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes.
15
Insert a knife into the center to ensure the noodles are tender and cooked through. If not, cover and bake 5-10 more minutes.
16
Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2654.2kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 124.4g192%
Saturated Fat 61.8g309%
Cholesterol 403.8mg135%
Sodium 3128.3mg131%
Total Carbohydrate 253.4g85%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g68%
Sugars 16.8g
Protein 128.7g258%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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