Ramen Lasagna

Italian-American · Dinner · Easy

Ramen Lasagna

Total
1 hr
Prep
25 min
Serves
6
Calories
580
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Curly noodles bake beneath layers of tomato sauce, ricotta and browned mozzarella for a soft-centered casserole with crisp cheesy corners.

Briefly softening the noodle blocks makes Ramen Lasagna easy to layer and prevents dry corners. The curls hold pockets of tomato sauce while ricotta adds creamy breaks between the noodles and melted cheese.

Use plain instant ramen and discard the seasoning packets. Keep the first part of the bake covered so the noodles finish evenly, then uncover to brown the mozzarella.

Method

  1. Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with olive oil. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the ramen noodles for until flexible but still firm, then drain.

  2. Mix ricotta with Italian seasoning and black pepper. Spread one-third of the marinara sauce in the dish.

  3. Layer half the ramen, half the ricotta mixture and one-third of the mozzarella over the sauce. Add half the remaining sauce, then repeat the noodles and ricotta. Finish with the remaining sauce and mozzarella.

  4. Cover with foil, tenting it above the cheese, and bake for . Uncover and bake for until bubbling at the edges with golden patches on top.

  5. Rest for so the layers settle, then scatter with basil and cut into six portions.

Forkue tips

  • Drain the softened noodles thoroughly; water trapped in the curls can thin the tomato sauce.

Storing and reheating

Refrigerate for 3 days. Reheat portions covered at 350°F (175°C) until hot through, uncovering at the end to revive the cheese crust.

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Nutrition per serving, estimated

580Calories
26gProtein
56gCarbs
28gFat

Image: AI-generated picture of the finished dish, made by Forkue. Yours will look like home cooking.

Ramen Lasagna: FAQ

Does ramen replace the lasagna sheets?

Yes. The softened noodle curls form two layers in place of flat sheets and hold the cheese and tomato sauce between them.

Can I assemble it ahead?

Yes. Assemble and refrigerate for up to 1 day, then bake covered for longer until the center is hot before uncovering to brown the top.

How do I store and reheat Ramen Lasagna?

Refrigerate for 3 days. Reheat portions covered at 350°F (175°C) until hot through, uncovering at the end to revive the cheese crust.

How long does Ramen Lasagna take?

About 1 hr in total: 25 min prep and 35 min cooking.

What do I need to make Ramen Lasagna?

The key ingredients are ramen noodles, marinara sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, italian seasoning and basil, plus pantry basics.

Any tips for Ramen Lasagna?

Drain the softened noodles thoroughly; water trapped in the curls can thin the tomato sauce.