Instant Pot Lasagna is the easiest lasagna recipe! It tastes delicious, and you can customize it to your taste, adding any of your favorite ingredients!. Did you know it is very easy to make lasagna in a pressure cooker? You don’t have to boil the noodles first, so that’s a win in my book! If you are in the mood for some tasty Italian pasta, make this pressure cooker lasagna recipe.
Originally published Jan 19, 2018
Instant Pot Lasagna
This pressure cooker lasagna recipe is one of my most popular recipes! Often copied by others, but this is the original version of this recipe. The favorite Instant Pot lasagna recipe of thousands who have made it! Thank you all for your wonderful feedback and comments!
My husband, Paul makes a fantastic lasagna! He adds spinach, mushrooms, and other good stuff to it. His recipe makes a huge pan of it, and it lasts us for days! I wanted to make some in my Instant Pot electric Pressure Cooker, and see if it would turn out as good as his. And would it be any faster?
Well, he doesn’t cook his noodles, so I didn’t want to cook mine, either. I found some no-boil noodles that work perfectly (regular lasagna noodles worked as well, but the results were best when I soaked them first in very hot water for 15 minutes.).
He does a lot of chopping, and I wanted an Instant Pot Lasagna recipe where I could get good flavor without so much chopping. I turned to my pantry for some seasonings. Garlic powder, onion powder, and a few others did the trick! Saved some time there.
I decided to use my favorite jarred marinara sauce in this pressure cooker lasagna. When I have it, I use my homemade Instant Pot Marinara Sauce. Perfect! The Instant Pot Lasagna was coming together nicely! Here’s a summary of how I made it:
How To Make Lasagna in an Instant Pot Pressure Cooker
- Spray a 7″x3″ springform pan with cooking spray.
- Layer uncooked noodles in the bottom.
- Layer sauce, meat, and cheese mixture.
- Repeat layers two more times.
- Cover with a piece of sprayed foil, set on a trivet with handles (or use a sling) and put it in the pot.
- Pressure cook and let it naturally release for 10-15 minutes.
- Broil the top of your Instant Pot Lasagna to brown the cheese.
• Gather all of the ingredients and kitchen tools you will need.
• Cook the Meat with some seasonings so it isn’t bland.
• Prepare the cheese mixture.
• In a 7″x3″ springform or push pan, start the layering with the no-boil noodles, which you will need to break apart to fit the shape of the pan.
• Next, layer 1/3 of the sauce, 1/2 of the meat, then 1/2 of the cheese mixture, and the spinach (optional).
• Start again with another layer of noodles, 1/3 sauce, 1/2 of the meat, 1/2 cheese mixture.
• Then noodles, sauce, and top cheese layer.
• Cover with a piece of sprayed foil, set on a trivet with handles (or use a sling) and put it in the pot. Set the cook time and let it naturally release for 10-15 minutes after pressure cooking.
• Broil the top of your Instant Pot Lasagna to brown the cheese*.
*Broiling is an optional step, and you can brown the cheese as much as you like.
This is what a foil sling looks like, if you need to use one. Take a 24 inch length of foil and fold it over 3 times the long way. You will have a sling that is 3″x24″.
Enjoy this delicious Instant Pot Lasagna!
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Instant Pot Lasagna is delicious and hearty. No need to pre-cook the pasta if you use no-boil noodles. Pressure cooker lasagna is easy to make.
- ½ lb Lean Ground Beef (85% to 90% lean) You can use all ground beef
- ½ lb Ground Italian Sausage (you can use all sausage)
- ½ teaspoon Coarse Salt (1/4 tsp table salt)
- ¼ teaspoon Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 cup Ricotta Cheese (or Cottage Cheese)
- 1 Egg
- ½ cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 1 ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 ¼ teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 ¼ teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon Oregano
- ½ teaspoon Salt (if your pasta sauce is salty, decrease to 1/4 tsp)
- ½ teaspoon Pepper
- ¼ cup Chopped Fresh Parsley
- 1 (24 oz) jar Pasta Sauce (about 3 cups) (I prefer marinara, or use your favorite brand)
- ½ cup Chopped Spinach Leaves, optional (fresh, or frozen, thawed)
- 5-6 No Boil Lasagna Noodles (or regular uncooked lasagna noodles that have been soaked in very hot water for 15 minutes)
- ½ cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
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Set pot to Sauté and add the beef, sausage, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Cook, stirring, until the meat is cooked.
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Remove meat, drain, and set aside. Clean out pot and add 1 ½ cups water to it.
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In a mixing bowl combine the ricotta, egg, mozzarella, parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, oregano, salt, pepper, and parsley. Use a fork to mix thoroughly. Set aside.
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In a 7"x3" or 6"x3" springform or push pan, make a layer of the no-boil noodles by breaking them and fitting them like a mosaic to cover the bottom of the pan.
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Spread ⅓ of the pasta sauce over the noodles, covering them all.
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Spread ½ of the meat mixture over the sauce evenly.
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Spread ½ of the cheese mixture evenly over the meat.
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Sprinkle the spinach (if using) over the cheese mixture evenly.
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Add another layer of noodles, press down on them a little.
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Add another layer of ⅓ of the sauce.
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Add the second half of the meat.
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Add the second half of the cheese mixture.
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Add another layer of noodles, the last ⅓ of sauce, ½ cup of mozzarella, and ½ cup of parmesan.
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Spray a piece of foil with nonstick spray and lightly cover the pan with the foil, enough that water can't get in.
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Set the pan on a trivet with handles and lift them into the inner pot that has 1 ½ cups of water in it. You can also use a sling to set the pan on the trivet in the pot.
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Close the lid and lock in place. Turn the steam release knob to the Sealing position.
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Press the Pressure Cook or Manual button (or dial) and choose 24 minutes. High Pressure. It will take about 5 minutes or so for the pot to come to pressure.
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When the cook cycle has ended, let the pot sit undisturbed for 10-15 minutes (10-15 minute Natural Release). Then, turn the knob to the Venting position to release any remaining steam.
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When the pin in the lid drops down, open the lid. Use silicone mitts, sling, or good pot holders that can get wet to lift the rack with the hot pan out of the pot to a cooling rack. Be VERY careful as it could slip off the rack.
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Carefully remove the foil. Turn on your broiler to 450° with the oven rack in the middle to top ⅓ position in the oven.
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Set the pan on the oven rack and let the cheese on top brown to your desired amount. Watch it closely as it doesn't take very long. Every oven is different!
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Let the lasagna rest for a few minutes before releasing from the pan. This will help it maintain its shape and cool down just a bit.
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Carefully (pan and lasagna very hot) release the lasagna from the springform pan while it is on a plate.
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If you used a push pan, set a large can of soup or veggies on a plate and set the push pan on top of the can. gently, and carefully push the sides of the pan straight down. Wear oven mitts or some kind of hand protection. The pan and the lasagna will be very hot.
Then slide another plate under the lasagna. You might need to use a spatula to help slide it over.
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Serve with salad and some crusty bread!
This recipe works best in a 7"x3" springform or push pan. It will not fit in a 2" deep pan.
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Diane
I plan on making this tomorrow. I can’t wait! I am a little confused about the instructions about regular lasagna noodles. In the post it suggests “he results were best when I soaked them first in very hot water for 15 minutes.” However, in the directions, it only recommends 5 minutes. Can you please clarify if regular lasagna noodles should be soaked for 15 or 5 minutes?
Sandy
Sorry, I guess it is a typo. 15 minutes. I’ll go fix that!
Jan Amaral
Sandy, You nailed this recipe! I did have to use Alfredo sauce instead of tomato sauce bc my hubby doesn’t care for tomato sauce.
Soaked regular lasagna noodles longer while I ran out to get the cheeses. 😇
It’s PERFECT!!
Joyce Theriault
I love how easy this lasagna is to make !!
It is delicious and great for smaller families. I live alone so this is good for me.
I use a very meaty sauce instead of the meat.
Love all your recipes !!
Robbin
This was amazing. My husband said it was the best lasagna he ever ate! Will definitely make again soon!
Glenna
I have fresh, pre-sliced mozzarella. Can I use this in place of shredded low moisture mozzarella?
Sandy
Yes! Yummy!
Andrea
This was delicious, my husband said it tasted like authentic lasagna. I subbed cottage cheese for the ricotta and no one noticed the difference. I will make it again!!
cebelina
Lots of Lasagna recipes out there for Instant Pot. I was looking for something that was a bit traditional and your recipe is essentially how I would make it sans Instant Pot. You provide the convenience the Instant Pot gives us. It is just a lovely recipe. Easy as lasagna pie! It is worth it to invest in a silicone trivet that you can extract the spring form pan from the Instant Pot. It’s a lot less scary to remove the lasagna with. But other than that this recipe rocks. Much appreciation!!!
Jill Brown
I’ve never made traditional lasagna but decided to give this a go! Had to put aluminum inside my spring pan because one of the little nubs is rusted ever so slightly and just didn’t wanna cook directly on it so it made for a little bit messier situation however the flavor was awesome! I used the air fryer lid on my pressure cooker to brown the cheese! – so yummy! Will definitely make again- Possibly with a different pan!
Tamara L Drobitsky
This was absolutely amazing. My entire family loved it. I made one with sauce and one without.
I will be making this again.
Abby
This is fabulous!!!!!!
Glenda Cherry
For those of you with a 3-quart (Mini) IP …
I’ve done this recipe 3 times (4 if you count tonight :)) and it’s come out perfect every time. I had to make a couple of small adjustments, though. Since my IP is a 3-quart (Mini), I have to use a 6-inch springform pan. I leave out the spinach and parsley and can only use about 3/4 of the jar of sauce. (I heat the rest up separately and serve it on the side because my boyfriend LOVES sauce.) I also brown the sausage on the stovetop because the 3-quart IP doesn’t have enough surface area to brown it effectively. Tonight, we’re using sweet Italian sausage (no ground beef) and Rao’s Italian Sausage & Mushroom Sauce.
I wrap both the top and bottom in heavy-duty foil and add 5 minutes to the cooking time. Yes, some of the cheese sticks to the foil because the pan is so full but I just scrape it back on the top before I pop it in the broiler.
It’s pretty much the BEST lasagna I’ve ever made! 😀
Carrie
I made this for the second time tonight. Absolutely delicious and perfectly cooked! Thanks for the great recipe! 😋
TW
5 stars! Made this tonight! My husband said it was the best lasagna he’s ever had. He ate half of it! Haha!
Robert McKinney
Made tonight and it turned out very good. I used cottage cheese, no bake noodles (soaked in hot water), and added two minutes to the time. Noodles were tender and nothing was over cooked. Will be my Instant Pot recipe for lasagna from now on.
JEFF DONOVAN
Hi… I love your lasagna recipe and plan to make for my Christmas dish I’m bring to my parents. I plan on making the day before and then heating up when I get there. Would you recommend using the IP and the steam function? If so, how long would you recommend? Thanks.
Jeff
Sandy
Hi Jeff, you can make it ahead and wait to cook it, just be aware of the type of pan you are using as there could be a little liquid coming out of the springform or push pan. You can wrap the bottom in foil. If you do cook it and reheat, the steam function is good, but I’m not sur eof the exat time as I haven’t tried it. I think I would try 15 minutes and then quick release. Add a little more time if necessary.
Lynn
I’ve made this using frozen spinach and cheese ravioli. I make enough for two stackable PIP pans stacked on top of each other sitting on a trivet. I use the lids for both to keep moisture off. Once it’s finished I divvy it up into portions for two and freeze. It turns out perfectly, just thaw and reheat.
Jen
Sandy! I made this IP lasagna yesterday for dinner. It was my first time using my new springform pan and it turned out AMAZING. I make a wicked lasagna as it is, but I’ve only every made it in the oven in a HUGE pan but there is only my husband and I to eat it. I loved that I could make a smaller one in the IP.
I wasn’t sure about the cook time as I was using GLUTEN FREE Catelli noodles in my recipe as I have Celiac Disease. Any time I have made GF pasta in my IP, it has turned to mush pretty quickly. I decided to go with 15 minutes on manual pressure and it was great!! I did make it a few hours early to let it set. When we were ready to eat, I put it in the oven on 375 for 10 minutes and then turned the broiler on to brown the top. It was perfect. My husband was impressed with how tall it was and it stood up beautifully. Thanks for all of the great recipes.
Sandy
That’s great, Jen! I’m happy it worked for both of you!
Kristi Wheeler
I’m just curious if you prefer springform or push pans for making lasagna? I haven’t used a push pan yet, so I’m curious t how it differs from using a springform.
Sandy
I like both. The springform is easier.
Elissa Ilario
This recipe was delicious! I used all turkey sausage and left out the spinach. My top noodles were a little under done. Not sure what to adjust for that. I can’t seem to use the stars to rate it. I would give it 5 stars.
Sandy
Hi, make sure you have enough sauce on the top layer, and that your sauce is not too thick.
Tracy
I made the marinara sauce recipe and browned the meat the day before for ease of prep. The sauce is amazing and I will definitely use this recipe again. I didn’t use all of the ingredients because my short pan was getting very full. However, it had really good flavors and was easy to put together. I needed more sauce to make broiling it not so dry. But, great reviews for the family!
LINDA S MILLS
This was my first pot-in-pot cooking experience and this lasagna was delicious! I made the recipe exactly as written but (as per a suggestion from my Facebook IP group) I parboiled regular lasagna noodles for 2 minutes, drained them and tore them into pieces to fit my 7×3 push pan. They came out perfectly al dente in the end. Even though I have a trivet with handles, I found that using a foil sling was essential, I also highly suggest covering the lasagna with foil before cooking. There was quite a little pool of water in the end and I think this protection is important. The only other thing I would do next time is let the lasagna sit a little while longer after broil and release onto the plate. When I went to cut into it, the first slice fell apart.
Alissa
It would help if you actually told us what pressure to cook the lasagna at rather than just the time. Pressure will greatly impact how long to cook it. It’s like giving us an oven recipe and not the temperature… thanks
Sandy
Okay, no problem. Back when I first made this recipe it was understood that the recipes were all High pressure unless otherwise stated. That still stands, but there are many more people in the game now. Also, please feel free to ask if you are uncertain about one of my recipes. I will happily answer your question. Your comment comes off as you being mad and not sincerely asking a question.
Connie
GREAT recipe! We all love it! Five stars!
Donnie
I have made this recipe a couple of times. The first time I would have probably given it 4 stars. It was good, but not great. The first time I made it to the recipe exact although I think I missed the press down on the noodle steps for the intermediate layers. It just didn’t stick together like you want a lasagna to do, so I assume that step is crucially important for that. This time, all I had was cream cheese instead of ricotta or cottage cheese and some google searches made me believe it would work. Not only did it work, but I think it made it taste considerably better. I also just used beef this time which I thought would make it less interesting but I think the extra fat from the cream cheese (even though I used the 1/3 less fat kind) made up for it and it was outstanding. While I liked it the first time, I just thought it would be an occasional dish we might make. After this time, it will be more of a part of the rotation.
Teresa
My husband is still saying how delicious the lasagna was last night! I doubled made a 2nd one after 1st was done in case not enough with my boys who never stop eating. Yet 1 ended up being plenty so having for dinner tonight. Any advise on how long to reheat on steam? I won’t be making lasagna and baking it again. Thanks for the delicious recipe!
Sandy
If it was just in the fridge, I’d steam it for 12 minutes. I am giving you an educated guess as we never have leftovers, either!
Jmom
This looks delish, but I’m very disappointed that I can’t pin it. Why not?
Sandy
Hi, I don’t know why you can’t pin it! Here is the pin URL so you can: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/650559108653072753/ I’ll look into it. Thanks!
Paul
Easy to make and the flavor was there. Made it for the family and no complaints.
Sandy
That’s great! I’m glad you all liked it!
Sandra Hinkle
Well I have never been so disappointed in my entire life in cooking.
The flavor was amazing but when I took it out of the pressure cooker and put it on the can as directed, let it cool a bit as directed and then started to pull the pan down “ everything ran all over the place” I ended up having to scoop what was edible with a spatula.
I could have just put it in the pot and cane up with the same thing without the mess. Not sure about anyone else but I followed your directions to a T and it was a huge mess. If you could explain to me what went wrong i’d Be much appreciative.
Sandy
That sounds like a terrible ordeal! You must be a very good cook if this is the worst thing that has happened to you while cooking! I’m so sorry. So, the things that could have prevented this from happening are 1) Don’t use thin pasta sauce. 2) Let the pan sit and rest a few minutes after broiling the cheese, before releasing from the pan. 3) Make sure you have a plate or other dish underneath the pan to catch any drippings. I can tell you that nobody has reported this happening.
Robin
Also, I have a 6qt IP. Is this recipe for that size? Or do I need to adjust the size of the pan?
Sandy
You can use the 6 qt or 8 qt. In the 6 qt I use a 7″x3″ pan, and in the 8 qt you can use a 8″x3″ pan.
Robin
It looks like you changed springform pans before putting the cheese on top and placing it in the oven. May I ask if there was a reason for this?
Sandy
Yes, the photos were done on different days because I was recipe testing and took the photos during the different tests. I left it that way to show people that they can use a springform or a push pan.
Tracey
Hello! Can I use a regular cheesecake pan that I have. It’s not an instant pot pan. I recently got the IP and I would love to try the recipe but not sure if it will leak out the bottom or not? I need to get some accessories for my pot I see lol. Thanks
Sandy
Yes, as long as it fits. Wrap the bottom in foil to keep it from leaking. When you but a pan, try to get one that is 3 inches high so you can get more layers!
Gloria
Made your lasagna. Hubby liked the look of it coming out of oven. I am not a lasagna eater. He likes it, He likes it.
Oh, I have two pugs. Carlie and Zoey.
Sandy
That’s great, Gloria! Say hi to Carlie and Zoey for me!
laura warren
If I chose to double the recipe do I have to double the cooking time? I have a big family that likes to eat or should I just make 2 separate dishes?
Sandy
Hi Laura, the pan isn’t large enough to double the recipe, but you can make 2 batches, or try the 7″ stackable stainless pan to cook 2 at the same time. I have not tried this, however.
Charlotte
Wow!! THIS was a HUGE hit at our house!
This is the lasagna recipe I’ve been wanting to find for years & according to hubby is “the best lasagna he’s ever had”. So, from our family, THANK YOU!!
Looking forward to trying more if your IP recipes!
Sandy
Thank you, Charlotte! What a nice compliment! I’m so happy that you and your hubby enjoyed this lasagna recipe!
Rob
So delicious! It looked just like your pictures and tasted better than any restaurant lasagna I have ever tasted. This instant pot thing is getting too good to be true. It reminds me of when microwaves first came out. My wife and I teamed up on this one and it came out soooo good. This is our first ‘pot in pot’ adventure. Thanks for sharing.
Sandy
That’s great, Rob! I’m so happy you and your wife enjoyed this lasagna recipe! Thank you for commenting!
Judy
Thank you for this recipe and excellent instructions! I made it tonight and it turned out just as stated. Delicious!!!
Sandy
That’s great, Judy! Thank you!
Lorrie Tannahill
I just tried this tonight. I decided to put it on for 24 min rather than 22 because I don’t like tough noodles. I also let it slow release for 15 minutes. Even with the extra time it is REALLY not done!! as in, noodles break when I bend them. I just put n for another 15 minutes. hopefully that is enough.
Sandy
This is highly unusual. Something went wrong. Did you put water in the pot under the pan of lasagna? Did you put the sauce on the noodles?
Trish
Fantastic recipe! The directions make it foolproof. I used cottage cheese which added a little moisture, so beware. I used an Anchor Hocking 7″ oven proof glass dish (7 cup round) and it worked perfectly. Didn’t stick at all! Thank you for this delicious recipe! Can’t wait to try others.
Sandy
Thank you, Trish! I’m so happy that you all liked this recipe! I appreciate your review!
Werra Watson
Absolutely FABULOUS! Being a Vegetarian I went ahead and substituted the Ground Beef for the Morningstar Farms Veggie Crumbles. Since those are already seasoned I added it into the recipe “as is”. It is so delicious.
Thank you for a great recipe. This one is definitely one of my favorites and SO EASY and Fast.
Sandy
Hi Werra! What a great substitution! Thank you for your review!
Laurie
Oh my gosh! This was fabulous! I used a combination of beef and mild Italian sausage. I will definitely be making this again and again! I am also now following for more tasty food!
Sandy
Yay! I’m thrilled that you liked it, Laurie! Thank you so much for your review! 😀
Mickey
Derek, first rule of cooking from any recipe is to read the recipe completely to make sure you have all necessary ingredients AND tools to complete the recipe. Why attack the writer because you didn’t use due diligence? See, I read the whole thing and realized I need a bigger pan before I attempt this recipe, easy peasy.
Brandi
Do you have to grease the pan at all? This sounds so easy & tasty! Not turning on the oven in this very hot weather would be great!
Sandy
Hi Brandi! You got that right! No oven in the summer! Thank goodness for the IP! You don’t have to grease it, but I think it isn’t a bad idea. Just give the pan a quick spray.
Joy
I loved this lasagna! It was so much easier to make than I thought it would be. Making it in my Instant Pot was nice because it’s getting hot here in Utah and I didn’t have to turn on my oven! Thank you for the wonderful recipe!
Sandy
Hi Joy! Thank you so much for your review! I love not having to turn on the oven when it gets hot, but still being able to cook lasagna! BTW, I love Utah, we went there recently and saw the Bryce Canyon. Wow!
Bonnie
Probably a silly question, but I read the recipe and I’m not sure. Our Publix didn’t have no-boil lasagna noodle, so I got regular ones as the recipe suggested. Do I boil them before I make this or not? I’m afraid that if I do they will be really mushy. Maybe al-dente? Or no boiling at all?
Sandy
Hi Bonnie, you don’t need to boil them first. The feedback I’ve had is that they work just fine going in uncooked!
Bonnie
Thank you!!
Dixie
This lasagna was great! I was a bit skeptical because it was so easy to make. I decided to try it and it was very tasty! My husband loved it and I was so pleased that it included spinach in the recipe as I love spinach.
Sandy
Hi Dixie! I love when my recipes are husband approved, lol! Thank you for your review, and I’m so happy that you both enjoyed it!
D Patterson
Best lasagna I have made in the pressure cooker to date and this won’t be the last time for this recipe.
Thanks for sharing.
Sandy
That’s great! I’m so glad you liked this lasagna recipe! Thank you for your review!
Rebecca Bauer
I made this tonight and added a layer of pepperoni on top of the sauce layers, under the Italian sausage. (I used all sausage, no beef) It tasted like pizza and that was awesome for my 3 and a half year old son! I do not have a springform or push pan, so I used the 7×3 Fat Daddies cake pan. You can’t reveal the layers on a platter for a nice photo, but that does not make it any less delicious!
Lori
I made this tonite. Left out the spinach, it looked good and tasted so good. But it was a mess when I moved the outer push up pan. I let it sit and cool even, not sure what happened. Maybe the sauce I used wasn’t thick enough? It was excellent, though!
Suzanne
Wow, Derek…someone’s grumpy! Did you not read the name of this website before you went on the attack? It’s a recipe. Most people read through an entire recipe, including instructions, before starting. This lasagna was AMAZING, by the way! Thank you for sharing it!! 🙂
Sandy
Hi Suzanne, I’m so glad you liked the lasagna! Thank you for your review.
Robert Drake
Hi Sandy,
Made this for the first time for Sunday dinner, it was terrific.
I’ve been cooking for decades (using stove top pressure cookers and slow cookers), and using an IP since January This is one more example of why the IP is a superior kitchen appliance.
I didn’t use the spinach, and went with 8 oz. ricotta cheese, and used 1 lb Italian sausage, but otherwise followed the recipe.
Sandy
Hi Robert! I’m so glad you liked it! I love hearing from experienced pressure cookers! I agree about the IP being superior! Thank you so much for your review!
Terry
Hi new instapot owner, enjoyed reading your info looking forward to trying this! Trying to be a better cook! Thanks
Susan McClain
Hi, thanks for a yummy recipe! I used gluten-free oven-ready lasagna sheets as an experiment (Target brand, Simply Balanced) and they worked great. I cooked for 30 minutes with the 15 min release, and I’ve found it’s important to put ample sauce on each layer of gluten-free pasta sheet to make sure it softens up enough during cooking. Posted this just in case anyone is looking for a gluten-free option. 🙂
Sandy
That’s great, Susan. So the gluten free noodles need to cook longer? Thank you fo ryour review!
Angel
Thank you for posting this. I am going to try this with the GF no bake.
LINDA S MILLS
Thanks, Susan! I was just about to ask if anyone had tried GF noodles! Wondering why you added 6 minutes to the cooking time though?
Kathy
I’m loving your instapot recipes, I made the American Goulash and the gang loved it! My smallest springform is 9″ leaving about 1/4″ around the pan inside the instapot. I do have a 8″ cake pan with 2″ sides. Which do you suggest for this recipe?
Sandy
Hi Kathy, I’m glad you are liking my recipes! I think 1/4″ around the pan is enough, and make sure you use a sling or something to get it out.
Terri
I am an extreme newby, only just received my springform 6×3…
I’m thinking of turning a metal round empty cake pan upside down on trivet, then springform on top.
You think I should use foil on open side of cake pan? I’m kinda short on funds, can use foil sling to lift but worried about needing that tower level. Thanks
Sandy
Hi Terri, If I’m understanding what you are asking, you have the trivet, and a 6×3 pan, and foil. You won’t need the other cake pan. If your trivet has handles, use them to get the 6×3 pan of lasagna in and out of the pot. Yes, cover the top of the 6×3 with foil, sprayed with cooking spray (or greased with oil or butter, so the cheese won’t stick. I hope that clears it up for you. Please let me know if you have any other questions, or if I didn’t get it correct!
Patty Bradley
Sandy – I have the ekovana Stackable Stainless Steamer Insert Pans. Would I put both pans in the IP with the lasagna only in the top pan? Or just use one of the pans on top of a trivet? I would imagine that a double batch (one in each pan) would be too dense? Can’t wait to try this recipe. Thank you!
Sandy
Hi Patty, you can use just one pan on a trivet. I haven’t tried it stacked, but I imagine the bottom pan would get a bit hotter as it is closer to the heating element. But it may work just fine!
patty
Thank you for replying so quickly!
Jason
Do you need to throw it in the oven?
Sandy
Hi Jason, nope. Some folks like the cheese to get browned.
Karen
Just made this for dinner. Followed the recipe exactly. It was so delicious and easy. Much easier than regular recipe. Thanks so much for posting.
Sandy
Hi Karen, glad to know that this lasagna recipe worked for you! We love making it this way now! Thanks for your review!
Deb Flinn McCabe
Hi Sandy, came across your lasagna recipe and was quite surprised in using a pan inside your instapot. I so. Love mine and will try this in my spring form pan. I may try the wonton wraps as suggested by one of your readers as I don’t like the no cook noodles. So glad I came across this and am excited to try it. I will join your Facebook page and post a pic to show you how it turned out. Thanks for sharing.
Citlali
Hi!
Wondering if I can make this recipe and put it in the oven instead of the IP? If so , how long would you cook in the oven?
Thanks 🙂
Sandy
Hi, yes you can. We bake ours from 40 to 60 minutes at 350, depending on how thick it is. Leave yourself some extra time in case you need to add a few minutes.
Marie
I’m planning to make it my Crockpot today. Do you have any idea how long it would take to cook in it? and I’m assuming I wouldn’t need to place another dish inside it because you can set the ingredients in the crockpot cooking insert. Am I right?
Sandy
Hi Marie, I would cook it in the crock pot for 4 to 6 hours on low setting. Enjoy!
Terry
you mentioned a “sling” for removing pans from
IP, is this something you improvised (made of what?) or something yon need to buy?
Sandy
Hi Terry, I added a photo and description of the sling to the lasagna post. I hope that helps!
Deanna
This is a great recipe! I used a Fat Daddio 6×3 pan (accidentally got the regular cake pan instead of push pan) and a foil sling with the trivet, and everything worked just fine.
The only changes I made were no spinach (didn’t have), and dried basil and oregano instead of Italian seasoning. I didn’t mix the sauce with the meat (which I usually do), but layered exactly like you instructed. It was probably the best lasagna my husband and I have had. Thanks so much for the recipe—I’m making it again tonight. 🙂
Sandy
Hi Deanna! So awesome! I’m thrilled that you and your hubby liked this lasagna recipe! Thank you so much for the review!
Patsy J
I would love to make this recipe. I have a 3 qt. IP. What should I use for the pan to make the lasagna in?
Sandy
Hi Patsy, if you have a 6″x3″ pan or oven safe dish, that will fit perfectly!
Linda C.
I just made this for dinner tonight. Even though I forgot the middle layer of noodles (sigh), it still turned out wonderful, maybe just a bit loose. Hubby liked it and he is extremely picky. Made it without the spinach for him. He will eat fresh spinach for a salad but not cooked. Thanks so much Sandy. So far a l your recipes rock!
Sandy
Hi Linda, I’m happy that you liked this lasagna! Thanks so much for your review!
Sara
I have made this recipe 2 weeks in a row now and plan on keeping it in my recipes rotation. I use the Daddio cheesecake pan you mention in this post and love it! My teen son loves this dish so much that I have to limit him to 2 pieces otherwise I know he would eat half of the pan or more himself.
Sandy
Wow Sara, that’s awesome that you all like this so much! Those teen boys sure can eat! My son is almost 25 and still wants thirds! Thank you for your review!
Jaci
Just found your recipe while searching for a pasta pie to make in our Instant Pot. Ohhhhhhhh this looks and sounds good. I made an omelette this morning with the stackable pans I received for Christmas. Love love easy and delish recipes. “My” Paul makes the best lasagna and he is slowing learning the Instant Pot way of cooking. I use it all the time. Will show him your recipe. Thank you for posting! Paul and Javi from Missouri
Sandy
Hi Jaci! I love it, both of our Pauls make great lasagna! Well please say hi from me, and I hope you enjoy the lasagna!
Mary
I love not having to cook the lasagna noodles, so instead of lasagna noodles, I use wonton wrappers. It’s like fresh pasta and it works great.
Sandy
Hi Mary, that’s interesting! Thanks for the tip! I also like not having to cook the pasta!
Kay Lowe
I have never cooked a lasagna noodle, ever, and I don’t use the “no-boil” type, either. My first recipe for lasagne simply called for an additional cup of water to be added to the sauce, and to cover in baking. My lasagna has always turned out well, in the over, crock pot, whatever. I have not yet tried the instant pot, but, as i said, I have never boiled a lasagna noodle. Ever.
Lori
Could this be done using two 7 by 2 inch pans at once? Right now, 7 by 3 inch pans are not available. The darker pan in your links goes to a 7 by 2 pan.
Sandy
Hi Lori, if you use two 7×2 pans, you may need to have enough ingredients for an additional layer (or lots more cheese! But it will be pretty cheesy).
WInlyn
Can you cook two 7×2 in pans at the same time, by stacking them”? If so how much time do you add
Sandy
You can. The 2 inch pan will yield a thinner lasagna, but I would still add 5 minutes. Those stackable pans are nice, though the one on the bottom sometimes scorches on me.
Brittani
Going to make the recipe and my spring form pan is very tight. I thought it was a 7 by 3 but it may be a 8 x 3 ? Is this an issue
Sandy
Hi Brittani, as long as there is space around the pan for the steam to circulate, and you can safely get it out of the pot (a sling is good, or a rack w/handles), then you should be okay.
Bonnie Summers
What modifications should I make in the recipe if I use regular lasagna noodles as opposed to the no boil noodles
Sandy
Hi Bonnie, from what people who have done this are telling me, they do not change anything! If you want to be safe, you can soak them in some hot water for a while first.
Joan
Just to clarify, are you saying people have made it using regular lasagna noodles without boiling them first?
Sandy
Hi Joan, yes. I have people telling me that all the time!
Marcie
Hi Bonnie I used no boil noodles and they were very tough. Any ideas as to what went wrong?
Carol
I used no boil noodles making this recently and they turned out just fine. Did you put the sauce directly on top of the noodles?
Dana
I tried this recipe tonight and my noodles were way too tough. Should I increase the cook time? I used the no boil noodles and put the sauce directly on the noodles. The flavoring was good, but the noodles were too tough.
Sandy
Dana, it could be that your sauce was too thick, or you didn’t use enough? I have never had anyone tell me that the noodles were tough. Maybe add 2 minutes to the cook time. and just a little more sauce over the noodles. Hate to ask, but you did have water in the liner pot, yes?
Kim
Is this quicker than lasagna in the oven? I’ve not made anything like this in the IP before. What size IP did you use? We have the 8 qt.
Sandy
It’s a little quicker, not a lot.
Jasmine
I don’t have anything except my instant pot and the trivet, any way to still make this?
Sandy
Hi Jasmine, you will need some kind of oven safe dish/pan. Do you have a cake pan, or anything oven safe? It will be to thick to bring the pot to pressure if it is directly in the pot, I’m afraid.
Sarah
Thank you for sharing this recipe. It sounds amazing. Could you use a 6×3 Fat Daddio’s pan? If so, do you need to alter the cook time? Thanks!
Sandy
Hi Sarah, yes you can use a 6×3 pan. You might have a little filling left, or a tall lasagna!
Sarah
Do you use the short trivet or the tall trivet. ?
Sandy
I used the short trivet with handles. The one that came with my pot.
Kim
I’m concerned about not putting the sauce in the meat and using the meat as a dry layer. I make an amaxing lasagna in the oven (if I do say so myself) so I’ve been reluctant to try it in the IP because it doesn’t seem saucy enough. Have you ever tried mixing the sauce and meat together, combining a step?
Sandy
Hi Kim, I know what you mean. That would be a good workaround. I think adding sauce to the meat would be good, and maybe a little more sauce as this is not a real saucy lasagna. I also mix the sauce and meat when I make it in the oven. Please let me know how yours turns out.
Sheila Noll
I mixed the meat, sauce and spinach together. It turned out great! I also use an oven safe crock dish and have had good luck with this and other PIP recipes.
Nat
Thank you for posting your outcome!
Chris Bremer
Could you substitute cottage cheese for the ricotta?
Sandy
Yes you can!
Dawn
If you use a push pan do you need to wrap the bottom of the pan in foil to keep from leaking? If yes, does that alter the cooking time at all? I’m still a newbie to IP cooking.
Sandy
Hi Dawn, I have never wrapped my pan. Maybe a tiny bit comes out, but not enough to make me go through the extra step of wrapping. Having said that, it will depend on the quality of the pan. Try it without first.
Dawn
Great! Thanks so much for the reply, Sandy. I bought the Fat Daddio pans I’ve been seeing recommended all over the place. I used it recently for an egg dish and wrapped it for fear of leakage. It did leak some in the foil, but I suspect it was also the reason my dish wasn’t done in the time suggested. Still learning!
Marie
So how much longer for you think if you put a fail underneath to catch the drippings
Sandy
Hi Marie, if you mean foil on the outside of the pan, in case it leaks, I wouldn’t add any time unless you wrap it up really good. Then maybe 5 minutes.
Fran
I’m making this for the first time. It’s in the ip now.
I’m new to the ip this is only my 3rd time using it. I am using a 7″ spring form pan and it leaked a little before I even put in in the ip so I did loosely wrap the bottom with foil. I added 3 minutes to the cook time after I read some of the comments. My pan was quite full and I couldn’t put all the cheese on top…..maybe because I’m using homemade venison Italian sausage and it doesn’t shrink like pork?
Sandy
That’s possible. Also, a 3″ tall pan gets you more layers. As for the sauce leaking out, you probably are using a thinner sauce than I do. Wrapping the bottom was a good call. I hope it turns out delicious!
Andrea
Is this recipe okay to make and freeze before you put it in the Instantpot?
Sandy
Hi Andrea, I haven’t tried freezing and then cooking this lasagna in the IP. I think it would have to be frozen in the PIP pan so it keeps the shape. It may need to cook a few minutes longer. I also wonder if you could just cook it, then freeze it and reheat on the steam setting. Hmmm.
Andrea
Ohhhhh…. good idea! I’ll keep you posted on our results!
Carroll L Langtry
If you froze it in the springform pan, then released it, you could pop it back into the springform pan for reheating.
Sandy
So smart!
Cyndee
Did you just use a spring form pan? Can you use an oven safe baking dish on the trivet?
Sandy
Hi Cyndee, I have used both a springform and a push pan. If you have neither of those, most oven safe cooking dishes will work. Glass ones increase the cooking time by a few minutes, metal, keep it the same. Please check with the maker of the dish to make sure it is pressure cooker safe, just to be sure!
Ruth
I don’t know much about instapot inserts. It looks like you are using something other than the Instapot itself. Can you tell me more about that and how to use it?
Sandy
Hi Ruth! If you go to the search bar on this website and search accessories, you will find my post with the ones I use for what we call Pot-in-Pot cooking. You have water in the stainless pot. Then a trivet/rack. Then set the pan with the lasagna in it on the trivet/rack. The water is below the pan, not touching it. The water will heat up and create the steam necessary to build the pressure for the pressure cooking. I hope I explained it okay. You are welcome to join my beginners Facebook group and ask all kinds of questions and get wonderful recipes from many different people as well: https://www.facebook.com/groups/158261157915716/
Ruth
Thank you! I will definitely look into the Facebook group. I’m learning so much!
Sandy
Hi Shelise, you do need the inner pan on a rack with water underneath. The lasagna is too thick and the pot needs thin liquid to make the steam that builds up the pressure.