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Easy Skillet Lasagna Recipe

What is a lasagna casserole? This easy lasagna pasta bake has all the same elements of a classic lasagna, but the process is so easy! Everything is combined in a casserole dish (no layering) and this lasagna recipe bakes way faster! | natashaskitchen.com

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What makes a skillet lasagna? This has all of the same elements of a classic lasagna recipe – meat sauce, cheese sauce and pasta plus more cheese of course, but the process couldn’t be easier. Everything is stirred together with penne pasta (no layering required) and it cooks fast!

GUESS WHAT?? There is no ricotta cheese in this easy lasagna recipe. It is replaced with a surprising ingredient that works really well. My sister, Sveta (who is also my Marketing Manager) came up with this recipe, filmed an irresistible pasta cheese pull on her phone and sent it my way. My first thought was “HOLD ME BACK!!”

I have a weakness for incredible cheese pulls but it wasn’t just that – the meat sauce underneath the lovely crown of cheese is equally amazing. Every bite of this Skillet Lasagna Casserole is juicy, satisfying and loaded with flavor (see next photo for proof).

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What is a lasagna casserole? This easy lasagna pasta bake has all the same elements of a classic lasagna, but the process is so easy! Everything is combined in a casserole dish (no layering) and this lasagna recipe bakes way faster!

Lasagna Cheese Sauce Ingredients:

10 oz Ranchero Cheese (Queso Fresco), crumbled
1 Tbsp sour cream
1 egg
4 oz (1 cup) mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 Tbsp parsley, chopped
1 tsp garlic salt

Lasagna Pasta and Toppings:

1 lb penne pasta, or broken up lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
1/2 to 3/4 cup reserved pasta water
2 oz (1/2 cup) cheddar, shredded
2 oz (1/2 cup) mozzarella cheese, shredded

Ingredients on the table for a Lasagna Casserole

Lasagna Meat Sauce Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef (use lean 90/10 or an 85/15 fat content)
1 medium diced onion
1 tsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp ground cumin
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
24 oz marinara sauce (homemade, or store-bought)

Ingredients on the table for a Lasagna Casserole

How to Make Easy Skillet Lasagna

1. Bring a 5 Qt pot of water to a boil and add about 1 Tbsp salt. Add penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (firm to the bite).

2. In a large, deep, oven safe pan, combine ground beef and diced onion and sauté over medium/high heat, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until meat is fully cooked and onion is soft (5 to 8 mins). Spoon out and discard any excess fat released from ground beef.
Two photos of skillets with meat for Lasagna Casserole

3. Stir in the seasonings: 1 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp cumin, 1/8 tsp pepper then pour in marinara, bring to a simmer and turn off the heat.

Two photos of skillets with meat for Lasagna Casserole, one has sauce added

4. Meanwhile, place 10 oz ranchero cheese into a medium mixing bowl and crumble/ mash it up with a wooden spoon. Add remaining cheese sauce ingredients: 1 Tbsp sour cream, 1 egg, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, 2 Tbsp parsley and 1 tsp garlic salt. Stir together then add it to the meat sauce and mix just until combined.

Two photos of bowls with ingredients fro Lasagna Casserole

5. Stir in cooked pasta and reserved pasta water to make it juicier (I used 1/2 cup pasta water). (Transfer to 9×13 casserole dish if not using an oven-safe pan). Smooth out the top and sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheddar and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Bake at 350˚F for 20 minutes or until cheese melts and center is hot and steamy.

What is a lasagna casserole? This easy lasagna pasta bake has all the same elements of a classic lasagna, but the process is so easy! Everything is combined in a casserole dish (no layering) and this lasagna recipe bakes way faster!

This easy, cheesy lasagna pasta bake is such a treat! It also refrigerates and reheats really well so leftovers are niiice!

What is a lasagna casserole? This easy lasagna pasta bake has all the same elements of a classic lasagna, but the process is so easy! Everything is combined in a casserole dish (no layering) and this lasagna recipe bakes way faster!

Print-Friendly Skillet Lasagna Casserole Recipe:

Easy Skillet Lasagna Recipe

5 from 43 votes
Author: Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
What is a lasagna casserole? This easy lasagna pasta bake has all the same elements of a classic lasagna, but the process is so easy! Everything is combined in a casserole dish (no layering) and this lasagna recipe bakes way faster! | natashaskitchen.com
What is a lasagna casserole? This easy lasagna pasta bake has all the same elements of a classic lasagna - meat sauce, cheese sauce and penne pasta plus more cheese of course, but the process is so easy! Everything is combined in a casserole dish (no layering required) and it bakes way faster!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients 

Servings: 8 people

Lasagna Cheese Sauce Ingredients:

  • 10 oz Queso Fresco (Ranchero Cheese)
  • 1 Tbsp sour cream
  • 1 egg
  • 4 oz mozzarella cheese, (1 cup shredded)
  • 2 Tbsp parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic salt

Lasagna Pasta and Toppings:

  • 1 lb penne pasta, (reserve 1 cup pasta water)
  • 2 oz cheddar cheese, (1/2 cup shredded)
  • 2 oz mozzarella cheese, (1/2 cup shredded)

Lasagna Meat Sauce Ingredients:

  • 1 lb lean ground beef, use 90/10 or an 85/15 fat content
  • 1 medium diced onion
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
  • 24 oz marinara sauce, homemade, or store-bought

Instructions

  • Bring a 5 Qt pot of water to boil and add 1 Tbsp salt. Add penne pasta and cook al dente according to package instructions.
  • In a large, deep, oven-safe pan, combine beef and onion. Sauté over med/high heat, until meat is fully cooked and onion is soft (5 to 8 mins), breaking up meat with a spatula. Discard any excess fat released from beef.
  • Stir in seasonings: 1 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp cumin, 1/8 tsp pepper. Add marinara and bring to simmer then remove from heat.
  • Meanwhile, crumble up ranchero cheese in a medium bowl. Add 1 Tbsp sour cream, 1 egg, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, 2 Tbsp parsley and 1 tsp garlic salt. Stir together then add it to the meat sauce and mix just until combined.
  • Stir in cooked pasta and add reserved pasta water to taste for a juicier casserole (I used 1/2 cup pasta water).* Smooth out the top then sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheddar and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Bake at 350˚F for 20 min to melt cheese and make the center steaming hot.

Notes

*Transfer to casserole dish if not using an oven-safe pan.

Nutrition Per Serving

521kcal Calories50g Carbs34g Protein19g Fat9g Saturated Fat97mg Cholesterol1373mg Sodium691mg Potassium3g Fiber7g Sugar890IU Vitamin A8.3mg Vitamin C435mg Calcium3.3mg Iron
Nutrition Facts
Easy Skillet Lasagna Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
521
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
19
g
29
%
Saturated Fat
 
9
g
56
%
Cholesterol
 
97
mg
32
%
Sodium
 
1373
mg
60
%
Potassium
 
691
mg
20
%
Carbohydrates
 
50
g
17
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
7
g
8
%
Protein
 
34
g
68
%
Vitamin A
 
890
IU
18
%
Vitamin C
 
8.3
mg
10
%
Calcium
 
435
mg
44
%
Iron
 
3.3
mg
18
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: Lasagna Casserole
Skill Level: Easy
Cost to Make: $15-$20
Calories: 521

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What is a lasagna casserole? This easy lasagna pasta bake has all the same elements of a classic lasagna, but the process is so easy! Everything is combined in a casserole dish (no layering) and this lasagna recipe bakes way faster!

Mmm… Cheesy saucy goodness! Are you hungry yet? 😉

P.S. If you’re a big lasagna fan, you won’t want to miss our slow cooker lasagna recipe which is perfect for Sunday lunch.

What is a lasagna casserole? This easy lasagna pasta bake has all the same elements of a classic lasagna, but the process is so easy! Everything is combined in a casserole dish (no layering) and this lasagna recipe bakes way faster! | natashaskitchen.com

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  • Sharon
    April 12, 2023

    Hi, I don’t like sour cream so I never have it on hand for recipes… what can I use instead of sour cream?
    Thanks

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      April 13, 2023

      Hi Sharon, I have not tested any substitution to advise.

      Reply

  • Lori
    January 15, 2023

    Regular lasagne is now dead to me! This recipe was seriously easy and super tasty. I used sweet Italian sausages instead of ground beef and used remnants of two open jars of pasta sauce that were in my fridge. I used just a pinch of sugar (not a full teaspoon) and added red pepper flakes and extra oregano. Something about the queso and the cumin gives this a really interesting and yummy flavor. This recipe makes a huge pot of pasta so there will be plenty to freeze for future meals. Thanks for this GREAT recipe!

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      January 15, 2023

      You’re so very welcome, Lori! Thank you for sharing.

      Reply

  • Luke
    July 12, 2022

    Hi, Who doesn’t like lasagna but I’m lazy and don’t like the work involved. I never used queso cheese before. Nice.. much more flavorful and better texture than ricotta. And queso doesn’t cost much more. TIP: I divide it up into those small, reusable, microwave safe, black plastic containers with lids (Walmart) and freeze for later before baking. One container is perfect size for kids or elderly couple. Lightly coat container with non stick spray. Once frozen the entire contents will pop out easily in one piece. Flip over and transfer to pie pan and bake in toaster (energy saver) or regular oven. Or leave in plastic container and microwave on medium. Your recipe tastes just as good as traditional lasagna and much easier. Thanks for sharing

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      July 12, 2022

      Hello Luke, thanks so much for your detailed review and feedback. So happy that you loved the recipe!

      Reply

  • Olga
    August 2, 2021

    Hi Natasha… do you think I can freeze this recipie? I didn’t realize how much this recipe makes 😅😅😅 should have made atleast half. Don’t want it to go to waste.

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      August 3, 2021

      Hi Olga, I haven’t tried freezing it but in general lasagna does freeze well so I think that should work fine with this recipe.

      Reply

  • Elecia Mcbean
    May 10, 2021

    What’s a good sub for the queso fresco cheese ?

    Reply

    • Natasha
      May 11, 2021

      Hi, I haven’t tried that cheese in lasagna. If you experiment, let me know how it goes.

      Reply

  • Pam Gillies
    December 8, 2020

    What is Ranchero Cheese. Have never seen it in New Zealand. What could I substitute? Sounds lovely.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      December 8, 2020

      Hi Pam, one of our substituted with mild Feta, and mentioned it worked out amazing.

      Reply

  • Cindy Smith
    September 4, 2020

    Hi Natasha,
    Can I use Italian Parsley in this recipe?

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      September 4, 2020

      Hi Cindy! That should work!

      Reply

  • Andrea
    August 30, 2020

    Made this today – very cheesy- yummy- very easy to pull together 😛

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      August 30, 2020

      Thank you for sharing your good feedback with us, Andrea!

      Reply

  • Sunshine
    August 28, 2020

    oh and I don’t do social media so I can’t take photo and send them to you but trust me they look marvelous. Thank you buches !

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      August 28, 2020

      I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe Sunshine!

      Reply

  • Sunshine
    August 28, 2020

    I am so thankful I found your receipes.
    Every one I have tried is excellent !
    YOU ROCK !!
    I am always searching for new receipes to make . I will probably end up making most of yours.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      August 28, 2020

      Aww! That’s the best! Thank you so much for sharing that with me!

      Reply

  • Maria
    August 25, 2020

    This is absolutely delicious!
    I’ve made it with mild Italian turkey sausage and with ground beef and it is great both ways. I think the secret to the flavor is the Ranchero cheese. It makes this dish incredibly flavorful. I don’t like ricotta because it has no flavor and turns grainy but this made the whole dish come alive. Excellent recipe!

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      August 25, 2020

      Thanks for sharing your experience with us, Maria. I’m so glad that you loved this Lasagna Casserole recipe! Yes, that really enhances the flavor of this dish.

      Reply

  • Chris
    July 8, 2020

    This was an excellent dish for the family! Simple and delicious! My kids loved it and they can be very picky! I was thinking of adding mushrooms next time. Not that is wasn’t already a great product! Thank you!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 8, 2020

      Hi Chris! I’m so glad you and your kids enjoyed this recipe! That’s so great! I bet mushrooms would be a delicious addition!

      Reply

  • Inga
    May 2, 2020

    Made this tonight using gluten free brown rice pasta. It turned out spoon-licking good. I even followed your easy marinara recipe to add to this one. I’ll save this recipe for a busy night when I want something to feed and have left over. Thank you!

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      May 3, 2020

      That’s nice info, thanks for sharing that with us. I’m sure others would like to try making this recipe gluten-free too!

      Reply

  • Kelly
    April 19, 2020

    Another winner Natasha! We were blown away at how delicious this recipe was. I honestly don’t know which I like better, your lasagna recipe or this one. This was a lot easier to make, and I always lean towards easy. My 6 year old even gave this the thumbs up, which is basically unheard of for the picky eater. I’ll be making this again and again.

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      April 19, 2020

      That’s a tough choice because both recipes are amazing but yes I think you should go for the one that is easier to make especially if you need to save some time. Thanks for giving this recipe excellent feedback and I hope your 6-yr old will love every recipe that you will try!

      Reply

  • Marivic Sol-Hsu
    April 5, 2020

    Hi Natashia,

    Just want to take this opportunity to thank you for making me a better chef in our family. Whenever its my turn to cook, everyone is just to excited what im gonna make. Of they want to know how i become a good cook, of course its all because of Natashia. You are just the funniest, super entertaining cook I’ve seen online. All your recipes are just the best and and easy to make especially for moms like me.

    Btw, while im writing this, i wonder what brand do you use for your oven safe casserole and pan. I wanted to order online but I’m not sure what size and brand. It would be nice to hear from you. We love you Natasha and more power to you. Stay healthy and safe.

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      April 6, 2020

      Hello Marivic, thank you so much for your kind words and comments. Reading your message just makes me smile and more inspired. Regarding your question, you can check out our Amazon page, the kitchen tools that I am using on a daily basis can be seen there. Stay safe and healthy too!

      Reply

  • Ellen Manalo
    December 21, 2019

    Hi Natasha! I’d like to try your lasagna casserole but here in my country we don’t have ranchero cheese as well as ricotta. Can you suggest another substitute for it? Thanks in advance for replying & warm regards from the Philippines!

    Reply

    • Natasha
      December 23, 2019

      Hi Ellen, I honestly haven’t tried anything besides ricotta. You could use ricotta only and leave out the cottage cheese but I’m not sure what to use in its place or what is available where you are.

      Reply

      • Oshkosh
        October 25, 2021

        You mention to leave out the cottage cheese, but I don’t see cottage cheese in it. Am I missing something somewhere?

        Reply

        • Natasha
          October 25, 2021

          Sorry I meant the other way around – to leave out the ricotta and use cottage cheese, but it will have a different texture.

          Reply

  • Olesya
    April 30, 2019

    What would you suggest to use instead of marinara? Would Alfredo sauce work? Not a fan of anything tomato..

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      April 30, 2019

      Hi Olesya, I haven’t tested that but I think that could work. If you experiment please let me know how you like that.

      Reply

  • Tomas Alberto Barbieri
    March 11, 2019

    I made this last night changed a few things added 8 ozs sliced mushrooms, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 2 tsp red pepper flakes, 2 lbs of ground pork instead of beef, the wife and I loved it!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      March 11, 2019

      I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing that with me, Tomas!

      Reply

  • Olga
    February 11, 2019

    This was very tastey. Hubby and I had seconds!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      February 11, 2019

      I’m so happy you enjoyed that, Olga. Thank you for sharing that with us!

      Reply

  • Svetlana
    February 5, 2019

    Wow!! So easy and yet so delicious! Thank you 😊

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      February 5, 2019

      You’re welcome! Thank you for sharing your great review!

      Reply

  • Vickie Preston
    January 22, 2019

    I made this for dinner last night. I had never used the Ranchero cheese. This was so easy to make, and I didn’t burn myself on the lasagna noodles during the assembly process. LOL Delicious and easy to make. Another winner from Natasha

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      January 22, 2019

      I’m happy you didn’t burn it 🙂 Thank you for that great review, Vickie!

      Reply

  • Prafulla
    January 12, 2019

    Can you make veg.lasagna without meat

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      January 12, 2019

      I think that could work with diced and cooked zucchini or mushrooms or eggplant or any combination of these. If you experiment, please let me know how it goes!

      Reply

  • Irina
    November 14, 2018

    My family enjoyed this easy recipe, and I will, definitely, cook it again!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      November 14, 2018

      That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!

      Reply

  • Nat L
    September 22, 2018

    Truly was easy to make and tastes delicious! Will be making again 🙂

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      September 22, 2018

      Hi Nat! I’m so happy you enjoyed that! Thank you for the wonderful review!

      Reply

      • Olga
        January 7, 2020

        Thank you my kids loved this recipe.

        Reply

  • Jsssics
    August 13, 2018

    I am not the cook in the house, this recipe was easy to follow. It turned out great!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      August 13, 2018

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for the wonderful review!

      Reply

  • DeAnna Kiifner
    July 21, 2018

    Love, love, love the Extra Easy lasagna recipe. Made it last nite using wide egg noodles in place of penne. It was DELISH!. Grand-daughter (10 yrs) LOVED it! Will absolutely make it again.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 21, 2018

      That’s so great DeAnna! I’m so happy the family enjoyed that together!

      Reply

  • natalie
    July 17, 2018

    I have made this recipe so many times and my kids eat it up! love it!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 17, 2018

      Thank you for sharing that with us!

      Reply

  • mary Bayer
    April 30, 2018

    Can I make this without the meat?

    Reply

    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      April 30, 2018

      Hi Mary, I think that could work with diced and cooked zucchini or mushrooms or eggplant or any combination of these. If you experiment, please let me know how it goes! 🙂

      Reply

  • Natalie
    April 4, 2018

    Can i make the casserole ahead of time and bake later in time for dinner?

    Reply

    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      April 4, 2018

      Hi Natalie, I think that would work to make it ahead of time, cover and refrigerate then bake before dinner. It may need a few minutes more in the oven if you are starting with a chilled casserole. I hope you love it!

      Reply

  • Ksusha.A
    March 30, 2018

    I was worried the cheese mixture would be too much but it blended in well.
    I added water to leftovers When warming it up since it was a little dry.

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      March 30, 2018

      I’m glad you enjoy the recipe! Thanks for sharing your helpful review with other readers!

      Reply

  • Wendy Morgan
    March 16, 2018

    Absolutely and I mean absolutely delicious! Made this tonight and looking forward to leftovers! I love your recipes to the max

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      March 17, 2018

      I’m so glad you love the recipe Wendy! Thanks so much for following and sharing your excellent review!

      Reply

    • Carol
      April 30, 2020

      If I don’t have ranchero cheese what can I use in its place?

      I wanted to thank you for coming up with delicious recipes that my picky eaters love each and every time!

      Reply

      • Natashas Kitchen
        April 30, 2020

        Hi Carol, I think it works a little better with ranchero but it may work with ricotta. Since ricotta cheese has more liquid and it blends into the marinara making it more of a creamy sauce. It could work and I have tested a similar casserole with ricotta but I prefer the ranchero for the casserole lasagna. I do love ricotta in the regular lasagna since it is in layers and doesn’t blend as much into the marinara sauce. I’m so glad you enjoy our recipes!

        Reply

  • Elena
    March 13, 2018

    This lasagna casserole is amazing – so full of flavor (queso adds a lovely twist) and so easy and quick to make! We loved your slow cooker recipe, too – but this one is definitely our new favorite. We tried it with both regular and rustic cut marinara, and both turned out great.
    Thank you from our family!

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      March 13, 2018

      My pleasure Elena! I’m happy to hear your family enjoys the recipe as much as mine does! Thanks for following and sharing your excellent review!

      Reply

  • Zara
    March 12, 2018

    Hi Natasha! Can u really taste the cheese in the lasagna, my kids won’t eat lasagna with ricotta cheese, I want to try this, but wondering if this cheese will give strong taste to this dish. Thankyou !

    Reply

    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      March 12, 2018

      Hi Zara, the cheese is very mild in flavor and is not overpowering in this dish. You can reduce the mozzarella if they don’t like cheese but the cheese is not overwhelming in this recipe 🙂

      Reply

  • Amanda
    March 7, 2018

    Made this for our life group from church and it was a huge hit! Perfect just the way it is. I’m so happy you have an instant pot – means I can look forward to more IP recipes in the future 😉

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      March 7, 2018

      I’m glad to hear the recipe is such a success! Thanks for sharing and DO expect more IP recipes! 🙂

      Reply

  • Inna
    March 6, 2018

    Great recipe, thank you!
    My picky 10 year old son who won’t eat lasagna went for seconds with this one and my husband and toddler loved it as well. Will definitely be making it again.

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      March 7, 2018

      My pleasure Inna! I’m happy to hear the recipe is “picky eater” approved! Thanks for sharing your wonderful review!

      Reply

  • Vivian Hill
    March 6, 2018

    What can you use insead of queso fresco cheese ??
    Thanks, Vivian Hill

    Reply

    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      March 6, 2018

      Hi Vivian, you could try ricotta but I would use less ricotta since it makes the sauce more loose and creamy. I have tested with both and we love the queso fresco more because it is more distinctive in the casserole without completely blending into the marinara.

      Reply

    • Bill
      April 16, 2019

      I used French Feta instead queso fresco cheese …turned out great.

      Reply

      • Natashas Kitchen
        April 16, 2019

        Thank you for sharing that with us Bill!

        Reply

      • Tati
        July 6, 2019

        I also substituted with mild Feta, worked out amazing

        Reply

  • UltimatelySocial
    March 6, 2018

    Everything looks good, especially the eggplant lasagna and the BBQ meat loaf. I definitely want to try these.

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      March 6, 2018

      I hope you do! 🙂

      Reply

  • Kseniya
    March 5, 2018

    Pasta with ground meat is the only thing my toddler would eat. Thank you for this recipe! It turned out great!!

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      March 5, 2018

      My pleasure! I’m glad to hear your whole family enjoys the recipe. Thanks for sharing your excellent review!

      Reply

  • Sheila Perl
    March 3, 2018

    Does anyone in Ontario , Canada know what the equivalent cheese would be to the Ranchero Queso? I have never seen it here!

    Reply

    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      March 3, 2018

      It is also called “Queso Fresco” and is located in the Mexican cheese section in our local grocery stores. Hope that helps!

      Reply

  • Natalie
    March 3, 2018

    That cheese sounds interesting. Will try!!

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      March 3, 2018

      This recipe is so easy AND delicious, I hope you try it Natalie!

      Reply

  • LYDIA NEDELCO
    March 2, 2018

    Can I use ricotta cheese instead of ranchero cheese?

    Reply

    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      March 2, 2018

      Hi Lydia, I think it works a little better with ranchero since ricotta cheese has more liquid and it blends into the marinara making it more of a creamy sauce. It could work and I have tested a similar casserole with ricotta but I prefer the ranchero for the casserole lasagna. I do love ricotta in the regular lasagna since it is in layers and doesn’t blend as much into the marinara sauce.

      Reply

    • PATRICIA GARCIA
      March 4, 2018

      it should probably work if you drained the ricotta for an hour or two.

      Reply

  • Mariya
    March 2, 2018

    Thank you for the recipe Natasha, I made this for lunch today and it’s SO GOOD!! And when kids ask for seconds….and thirds, nothing feels better!

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      March 2, 2018

      My pleasure Mariya! I’m glad to hear the recipe is such a hit. Thanks for sharing your excellent review!

      Reply

  • Tammy
    March 2, 2018

    This looks delicious! Is the ranchero cheese a strong flavor?

    Reply

    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      March 2, 2018

      Hi Tammy, it is very very mild similar to ricotta but not wet like ricotta. The moisture level is closer to feta cheese but the flavor is closer to a cross between ricotta and fresh mozarella.

      Reply

  • Terri
    March 1, 2018

    Can this recipe be frozen?

    Reply

    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      March 1, 2018

      Hi Terri, I haven’t tried freezing it but in general lasagna does freeze well so I think that should work fine with this recipe.

      Reply

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