1-2 hours6 servingscontributed

Hearty Meat Lasagna

By Chop Secrets

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6 servings

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1-2 hours

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Easy

Hearty Meat Lasagna
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Recipe Details

Course: Dinner

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 25 min

Cook Time: 45 min

Total Time: 1-2 hours

Cooking Technique: Pressure Cook, Sauté

Cuisine: Italian

Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/2 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp each garlic powder
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 tsp each garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp each salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • 1 24 oz jar Ragu® pasta sauce
  • 5-6 no-boil lasagna noodles
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups Water

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function. Add all ingredients of the Meat Mixture and cook, breaking up the meat as you go, until no pink remains. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients in the Cheese Mixture until uniform in consistency. Set aside.
  3. Coat a 1.5 qt casserole or 7 inch x 3 inch pan with non-stick spray
  4. Put a single layer of no-boil noodles in the bottom of the pan, breaking as necessary to fit. Press down gently.
  5. Pour 1/3 of the pasta sauce evenly over the noodles, spreading all the way to the sides.
  6. Spread 1/2 of the meat mixture over the sauce, then 1/2 of the cheese mixture, spreading all the way to the sides.
  7. Repeat steps 4, 5 and 6.
  8. Pour the remaining 1/3 of the pasta sauce evenly over the noodles, then top with 1/2 cup each mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
  9. Coat one side of a piece of foil with non-stick spray and loosely cover, spray-side down.
  10. Rinse the pot, add 1 1/2 cups of water and put in the steam rack. Place the casserole or pan on the trivet.
  11. Secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  12. Using the display panel select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 22 minutes.
  13. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 15 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  14. Carefully remove the pan from the Instant Pot and remove the foil, replacing any cheese that sticks
  15. Set pan under the broiler until cheese begins to brown, about 5 minutes.
  16. Remove pan to cooling rack and let it sit for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
  17. Serve directly from pan, or if using springform pan, set on a plate and carefully release the latch, remove ring.

Notes

The MANUAL and PRESSURE COOK buttons are interchangeable.

About the chef

Chop Secrets

Chop Secrets

Chop Secrets is a culinary platform that focuses on recipe development, offering a wide variety of accessible and time-saving meal ideas. The site is a go-to destination for home cooks looking for delicious recipes that are simple to follow. Known for its collaborations with Instant Pot, Chop Secrets has produced over 250 recipe videos, providing users with step-by-step guides to make cooking easier and more enjoyable. With a range of recipes spanning from appetizers to desserts, Chop Secrets helps both beginners and seasoned cooks explore the versatility of their kitchen tools. The platform also offers a popular Instant Pot Master Class, which teaches essential techniques for mastering this appliance through cook-along lessons and printable resources, helping people create flavorful meals with minimal effort.

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