Description
Ramen Lasagna is a creative twist on the classic Italian dish, substituting traditional lasagna noodles with ramen noodles. This recipe layers broken ramen noodles with rich tomato sauce, parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses, then bakes it to bubbly, cheesy perfection. It's a quick and comforting dish perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 packets ramen noodles, discard flavor packet
- 4 cups tomato sauce, divided
- 2 cups grated parmesan cheese, divided
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease an 8-x-8-inch casserole dish with baking spray to prevent sticking, then place it on a baking tray for easy handling.
- Prepare the Ramen Noodles: Break each square of ramen noodles in half through the middle. This helps them fit better in the casserole dish and makes the layers more manageable.
- Layer the First Layer: Place one layer of broken ramen noodles evenly on the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Pour 2 cups of tomato sauce over the noodles, then sprinkle 1 cup of grated parmesan cheese and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
- Layer the Second Layer: Add another layer of broken ramen noodles over the first cheese layer. Follow with the remaining 2 cups of tomato sauce, 1 cup parmesan, and 1 cup mozzarella cheese, spreading each ingredient evenly.
- Bake the Ramen Lasagna: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven. Bake for 30 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese on top is melted and slightly golden.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Cut into portions and enjoy your delicious ramen lasagna immediately.
Notes
- You can add cooked ground beef or sausage between layers for a meaty variation.
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable-based tomato sauce and ensure cheeses are suitable for vegetarians.
- If you want extra cheesy layers, sprinkle additional mozzarella before baking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Use fresh herbs like basil or oregano for added flavor if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
