Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (2024)

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Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna

10 MINPrep Time

50 MINCook Time

6Servings

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by Giada De Laurentiis

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Lovers of crispy lasagna edges, this one's for you! This spin on the classic dish isn't only easier (no tedious layering required) but it ensures more perfectly crisp bites all throughout. Broken up lasagna pieces, or taccole pasta, make it feel more layered than your average baked pasta.

Feel free to assemble this ahead of time and refrigerate until it's time to serve - then pop it in the oven when it's time to eat!

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Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna

Rated 5.0 stars by 1 users

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Prep Time

10 minutes

50 minutes

Calories

1027

Giada De Laurentiis

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Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for the pasta water
  • 1 pound taccole pasta or lasagne pasta broken into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Calabrian Chili Paste, or 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 (5- ounce) container baby spinach
  • 1 cup part skim ricotta cheese
  • 1 pound spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 red onion, diced
  • 4 cups jarred marinara sauce
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded low moisture mozzarella, divided
  • 1 1/2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese, divided

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Oil a straight sided 12 x 17-inch baking sheet with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Set aside.
  2. Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil along with the garlic and pepper flakes to the hot pan. Cook, stirring often until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the spinach and the salt and cook, stirring often, until the spinach is almost completely wilted, another minute. Remove the spinach mixture to a strainer and press firmly to remove any excess liquid. Place the spinach in a medium bowl. Using a pair of kitchen scissors, slice up the spinach into chopped pieces. Add the ricotta cheese and stir to combine. Set aside.

  3. Using a paper towel, wipe out the skillet and bring it back to medium heat. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to the pan along with the sausage and cook, undisturbed until the sausage is beginning to brown on the first side, about 3 minutes. Using a wooden spoon, break apart the sausage into bite sized pieces. Continue to cook, stirring often and breaking apart as needed, until the sausage is lightly browned, another 5 minutes. Add the onion to the pan and cook until the onion is fragrant and beginning to soften, another 3 minutes. Remove from the heat.

  4. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Be sure it is a large enough pan to allow the pasta to swim freely. Season generously with salt. Cook the pasta for 4 minutes stirring often to avoid clumping. Drain well, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.

  5. While the pasta is cooking, add the marinara to the pan with the sausage and onion and mix well. Add the pasta water, pasta, 1 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup parmesan cheese to the same pan and stir to combine.

  6. Spread the entire mixture on the prepared 12 x 17-inch baking sheet. Dollop the pasta with the ricotta-spinach mixture, and sprinkle with remaining 1 1/2 cups mozzarella and 1 cup parmesan cheeses. Bake until the pasta is tender, the sauce is bubbly, and the top is lightly browned, about 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before cutting into squares and serving. Serve with extra warm marinara if desired.

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Nutrition

Nutrition

Nutrition Serving Size
6

per serving
Calories
1027

Amount/Serving % Daily Value

Carbs
80 grams

Protein
50 grams

Fat
55 grams

Saturated Fat
23 grams

Cholestrol
138 milligrams

Sodium
1924 milligrams

Fiber
6 grams

Sugar
13 grams
nut free

Organic Sicilian Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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$25.00
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(16.9 fl oz)

Organic Taccole Pasta

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$10.50
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(1.1 lbs)

Crushed Calabrian Chili Paste

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$10.50
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(10 oz)

Organic Tomato Sauce With Basil

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$13.50
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(19.4 oz)

DOP Parmigiano Reggiano 24 Month Aged Cheese

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$19.50
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(6-8oz)

Sheet Pan Lasagna Box

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$73.00
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Organic Sicilian Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Regular Price
$25.00
Unit Price
/per

(16.9 fl oz)

Organic Taccole Pasta

Regular Price
$10.50
Unit Price
/per

(1.1 lbs)

Crushed Calabrian Chili Paste

Regular Price
$10.50
Unit Price
/per

(10 oz)

Organic Tomato Sauce With Basil

Regular Price
$13.50
Unit Price
/per

(19.4 oz)

DOP Parmigiano Reggiano 24 Month Aged Cheese

Regular Price
$19.50
Unit Price
/per

(6-8oz)

43 reviews & comments

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    Candace - Jan 31

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    Tried to give this 5 stars but I could only add 4 for some reason. I LOVE this recipe! So easy and delicious! The first time I made it I broke up the lasagna noodles but was able to find the correct pasta the second time. So, so good and perfect Sunday dinner!

  • Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (30)

    Nicole - Jan 24

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    Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (31)

    Definitely a new family favorite! All the best parts of a traditional lasagna with half the work for those busy weeknight dinners. I used ground beef in place of the sausage, just because that’s what I had on hand. Everyone loved it!

  • Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (32)

    Nicole - Jan 24

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    Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (33)

    Definitely a new family favorite! All the best parts of a traditional lasagna with half the work for those busy weeknight dinners. I used ground beef in place of the sausage, just because that’s what I had on hand. Everyone loved it!

  • Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (34)

    Nicole - Jan 24

    ★★★★★

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    Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (35)

    Definitely a new family favorite! All the best parts of a traditional lasagna with half the work for those busy weeknight dinners. I used ground beef in place of the sausage, just because that’s what I had on hand. Everyone loved it!

  • Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (36)

    Nicole - Jan 24

    ★★★★★

    ★★★★★

    Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (37)

    Definitely a new family favorite! All the best parts of a traditional lasagna with half the work for those busy weeknight dinners. I used ground beef in place of the sausage, just because that’s what I had on hand. Everyone loved it!

  • Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (38)

    Nicole - Jan 24

    ★★★★★

    ★★★★★

    Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (39)

    Definitely a new family favorite! All the best parts of a traditional lasagna with half the work for those busy weeknight dinners. I used ground beef in place of the sausage, just because that’s what I had on hand. Everyone loved it!

  • Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (40)

    Nicole - Jan 24

    ★★★★★

    ★★★★★

    Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (41)

    Definitely a new family favorite! All the best parts of a traditional lasagna with half the work for those busy weeknight dinners. I used ground beef in place of the sausage, just because that’s what I had on hand. Everyone loved it!

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    GiddieupK - Jan 18

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    Awesome dinner! Made 1/2 sheet pan with mushrooms 1/2 with sausage.
    Used fresh pasta to make it a bit simpler.
    Thanks for sharing.

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    Diana - Jan 18

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    ★★★★★

    This was delicious! I was nervous my kids wouldn’t like it but they loved it and bonus that I got to sneak in some spinach. They assumed it was basil and ended up loving it. For the pasta I used lasagna noodles and cooked them just under Al dente, once cool enough to handle I cut them into desired size. (I just stacked them up into 3 piles and cut them.) my husband is Keto light (his term) so on a separate smaller pan instead of noodles I used eggplant sliced up with mushrooms – all else was same. He loved that too!

  • Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (45)

    Jerrod - Jan 08

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    Truly amazing. This will become a
    monthly rotation for my family. I had leftover shredded short rib and substituted that for the sausage and it was delicious. Amazing recipe!

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    Jerrod - Jan 08

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    ★★★★★

    Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (48)

    Truly amazing. This will become a
    monthly rotation for my family. I had leftover shredded short rib and substituted that for the sausage and it was delicious. Amazing recipe!

  • Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (49)

    Debby - Jan 18

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    I agree with others who said they can’t print the recipe for sheet pan lasagna. I have an account and am logged in. Print button doesn’t work.

    Giadzy - Jan 18

    Hi Debby! If you are logged into your giadzy.com account you should be able to print the recipe :) If you are stilling having trouble please contact our customer service team! Thank you!

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    Barbara - Jan 08

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    ★★★★★

    Giada does it again!! This is a great recipe. I’ve made it a couple of times exactly as written and everyone I served it to loved it. Their comments were “Wow”. I bought several different shapes of her pasta and they are all very good. But this receipt is fabulous!!

  • Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (51)

    Michelle - Jan 08

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    I’m planning out some freezer casseroles for my pregnant daughter. Could this be frozen and baked later? I was thinking of putting it into aluminum pans.

    Giadzy - Jan 08

    Yes! You can absolutely freeze and bake later! Hope she enjoys it :)

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    Diane - Jan 08

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    Your web site is very difficult to use. I purchased two of the sheet pan lasagna boxes just before Christmas and as you know the recipe does not come in the box but one must scan the code to get it. Then it will not print. May I suggest to put the recipe on one of those nice cards that come in the box. I still have not been able to print the recipe, so very frustrating

    Giadzy - Jan 08

    Hi Diane! Thank you for the great feedback, that’s an excellent idea! Make sure you are logged into your Giadzy account to print the receipt! If that still does not work let us know!

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    Judy - Dec 15

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    This web site is not user friendly. I could not print the recipe. Lasagne pasta does not break into 2” pieces. I usually like your recipes, but this has been the most frustrating experience I have ever had trying to make a relatively simple dish. Extremely disappointed.

    Giadzy - Dec 15

    Hi Judy! Sorry to hear you are having trouble with the site! If you are using store-bought Lasagna Sheets, which is also a great option, they tend to be thinner than ours. This can make breaking them in half a bit more difficult due to their delicate nature!

    To print recipes, a Giadzy account is necessary, and it seems you currently don’t have one (you’re subscribed to emails)! To print these recipes, you’d need to create an account and then select the “Download and Print” option for your favorite recipes :)

    Hope this helps!

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Sheet Pan Layerless Lasagna (2024)

FAQs

How many layers of lasagne sheets do you use? ›

You can also alternate layers of sauce and ricotta cheese. Most lasagna recipes have two to three layers.

Is 2 layers enough for lasagna? ›

Betony Kitchen says you could make lasagna with as little as two layers for a quick lasagna that doesn't take long to bake. Many, however, would consider this skimping. Most recipes you'll find for lasagna call for a minimum of three layers, which seems to be the universal standard.

How to cook lasagne sheets without them sticking together? ›

Boil water like you normally do when cooking lasagne sheets. However, this time stir vigorously in circles so you create a whirlpool in the water. This way, when you add the lasagne sheets to the boiling water, the whirlpool movement will prevent them from sticking to each other.

What is the correct order to layer lasagna? ›

Quick Overview:
  1. The first thing that goes on the buttered tray is a layer of red sauce. This is so that nothing sticks to the bottom.
  2. After that, add a smaller layer of white sauce.
  3. Then finally a layer of pasta.
  4. Repeat the process: red sauce, white sauce, pasta.

Should you soak lasagne sheets before layering? ›

If you are eating soon after making, say in 2 hours time, pre soak the lasagne sheets in hand hot water for about 10 minutes before layering. This softens the pasta. If you are making it 12 hours ahead you could use no cook dry lasagne.

Do you overlap lasagna sheets? ›

Things You Should Know

Start by spreading a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of your baking dish. Then, place your lasagna noodles on top without overlapping the edges and pour on another helping of sauce.

Why is my lasagna so runny? ›

The sauce could be too watery. The noodles can be holding on to water. The vegetables are releasing excess moisture. If you are using ricotta be careful of the moisture it can add.

What not to do when making lasagna? ›

In the spirit of learning and lasagna, here are the top mistakes everyone makes with lasagna.
  1. Overcooking the noodles. ...
  2. Boiling noodles without oil and salt. ...
  3. Letting your lasagna get too soupy. ...
  4. Using the wrong protein. ...
  5. Overloading the layers. ...
  6. Substituting cottage cheese for ricotta. ...
  7. Using preshredded cheese.
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Do you bake lasagna covered or uncovered? ›

In an oven preheated to 375 degrees F, this homemade lasagna should be perfectly baked in about 50 minutes (30-40 minutes covered, 5-10 minutes uncovered).

What happens if you don't boil lasagna sheets? ›

Should you pre cook dried lasagne sheets? yes, I always boil them anyways. If you don't your lasagne will be dry so you will have to use A LOT of sauce and bechamel (if your recipe has bechamel- my mum and nonna don't use it).

Why do you soak lasagne sheets before cooking? ›

Soak the lasagne sheets in a single layer in boiling water for 5 mins. (Although the packet says no pre-cook, I find soaking improves the texture.)

Should you part cook lasagne sheets first? ›

To build up the layers of your lasagne, have your ingredients and sauces ready and to hand. I like to use fresh lasagne sheets, which you can buy in the fresh pasta section in the supermarket – they can go straight in and there's no need to pre-cook the pasta sheets at all.

How many layers of lasagna is best? ›

Let me break it to you: If you want to make a lasagna, three layers just won't cut it! For the perfect lasagna, you need at least 4-5 layers to really enjoy all those mouth-watering flavors. And, here's a pro-tip: make sure to season each layer generously, but not too much. The average lasagna has 8 layers!

How far in advance can you make lasagna before cooking it? ›

You can prepare lasagna up to 24 hours before baking it. To do so, follow these instructions: Assemble the lasagna in an oven-safe container and store it in the refrigerator. The temperature should be at or below 40 degrees.

Should you criss cross lasagna noodles? ›

(Do notice that I put the noodles criss cross – perpendicular from the layer below – it helps it to hold together when you serve it). So, the noodles directly on the cheese means there won't be enough for a top layer of noodles.

How do you use dry lasagne sheets? ›

Fresh pasta sheets cook faster. If you can't find fresh pasta sheets, you can use dried pasta sheets. To use dried pasta sheets in lasagne, cook the lasagne for 10-15 minutes longer than fresh sheets. If your lasagne is looking too brown on top, you can cover it with foil for this extra cooking time.

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