Description
These Easy Lasagna Cups are a quick dinner fix that pack all the classic Italian flavors of traditional lasagna into perfect handheld bites. Made in a muffin tin, they’re ideal for quick meals, parties, or make-ahead lunches. Featuring layers of rich meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella, these mini lasagnas are perfect for those looking for dinner ideas, easy recipes, and food ideas that the whole family will love. They’re also freezer-friendly and great for portion control — a perfect match for anyone seeking a healthy snack or quick lunch.
Ingredients
12 lasagna noodles, cooked and halved
1 pound ground beef
1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
3/4 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
2. Boil lasagna noodles until just al dente, drain, rinse with cold water, and slice each in half lengthwise.
3. In a skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain fat, then add marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5–7 minutes.
4. In a bowl, mix ricotta with salt, pepper, and a little Parmesan cheese.
5. Press noodle halves into muffin tin cups to form a base and sides.
6. Spoon ricotta mixture into each noodle cup.
7. Add a spoonful of the meat sauce on top of ricotta.
8. Sprinkle mozzarella and a touch of Parmesan over each cup.
9. Bake for 18–20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling.
10. Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the tin. Top with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Use freshly shredded mozzarella for the best melt and texture.
Do not overfill the cups to avoid spillage and sticking.
Let the cups rest before removing to maintain their shape.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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