With this recipe, the best way to add ricotta cheese is to add a spoonful on top or on the side when serving the lasagna.Ĭan I add sausage? Yes! You can add 1/2 pound of sausage as well as the ground beef. If you try gluten free noodles in this lasagna, leave a comment below to let us know how it worked.Ĭan I add ricotta cheese? It is tricky to add ricotta cheese to Instant Pot lasagna when you are cooking the lasagna right in the inner pot with water (and not assembling the lasagna in a special smaller pan that will then sit in the Instant Pot). Sprinkle on the reserved mozzarella and let the lasagna rest, uncovered, for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.Ĭan I use gluten free noodles? I have not tested this recipe with gluten free noodles, but readers have had success making my Instant Pot Pasta recipe with gluten free noodles.The lasagna is delicious even if there is a little extra liquid in the pot. The recipe needs enough water to allow the pot to come to pressure and to prevent a burn warning. Most of the liquid will be absorbed as the lasagna rests, but a little bit of extra liquid may remain. When you first open the Instant Pot, the lasagna may look watery.Do a controlled quick release of the pressure by turning the steam release valve to the venting position a little at a time until all of the steam escapes.Pressure cook Instant Pot lasagna for 10 minutes at high pressure.You’ll reserve some of the mozzarella in the refrigerator to sprinkle on after cooking. The top layer will be just noodles and sauce.Often it’s best to not put dairy in the Instant Pot before pressure cooking, but in this case we are using a small amount and it works. If you’re concerned about adding cheese before pressure cooking, it has always worked for me in this recipe. Arrange each layer of noodles in the opposite direction of the layer below to prevent the noodles from sticking together. You will have to break the lasagna noodles in half to fit them in the pot. Layer with layers of noodles, meat, sauce, and cheese.This is important for preventing the Instant Pot burn message. Pour the water in the pot and scrape up any bits stuck to the bottom of the pot.You’ll use the reserved meat when layering the lasagna. Remove 2/3 of the meat mixture to a clean bowl.Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.Sauté the onion in olive oil, using the Instant Pot’s sauté function.If you’re new to Instant Pot cooking, many readers have found my guide on How to Use an Instant Pot helpful. You’ll find the full recipe with ingredient amounts and instructions below. Here’s an overview of the steps to making this recipe. They add another layer of flavor to this Instant Pot lasagna. Parmesan Cheese & Fresh Parsley: These are optional, for serving.
Pre-shredded cheese is often coated in an anti-caking agent that keeps it from melting smoothly.
Lasagna is one of my favorite comfort foods, but I don’t always have time to make my favorite classic Lasagna Recipe. This is the best way to make lasagna on a weeknight! The lasagna cooks right in the Instant Pot inner pot so no springform pan or special pan is needed. Instant Pot Lasagna is so easy to make! Simple ingredients come together to make a comforting, from scratch lasagna. See my guide on how to use an Instant Pot.