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    Home » Instant Pot

    BEST EVER Instant Pot Lasagna

    Published: Oct 17, 2022 by Kristin 99 Comments

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    All the flavors of the classic dish you love, made even easier using the Instant Pot! This Instant Pot Lasagna is delicious comfort food at its finest!

    Growing up, lasagna was one of those meals made only for special occasions or if we had several guests coming over. Between boiling the noodles, making the meat mixture, cheese mixture, and assembling…the dish took a while to make.

    Now, lasagna is made even easier since you can make it in the Instant Pot! This one-pot meal layers rich spaghetti sauce, creamy cheese filling, tender lasagna noodles, and a savory ground beef filling for a quick Italian dinner the entire family will enjoy!

    Why this is the BEST Instant Pot Lasagna

    • Easy- this is the easiest way to make everyone’s favorite layered pasta dish. No boiling noodles beforehand, and all of the cooking happens right there in the pressure cooker! In fact, clean-up is almost as easy as the actual dinner-making.
    • Flavor Packed- this meal is packed with savory, creamy, cheesy flavor in every bite!
    • Easy to Change Up- you can use your favorite sauce, meat mixture, and even cheeses to make this your own. Perhaps even add in some veggies such as zucchini or mushroom.
    • Quick- only 25 minutes to pressurize and you won’t need to eat leftovers for weeks since this makes the perfect amount.

    Ingredients Needed

    Using basic ingredients, this recipe will have everyone requesting the recipe and wanting seconds!

    Cheese Layer

    • Ricotta Cheese- adds such rich, creamy flavor
    • Mozzarella- shredded
    • Basil/Thyme/Oregano/Italian Seasoning- don’t be shy on adding these, they really enhance the overall taste of this dish
    • Salt/Pepper- to taste

    Meat Mixture

    • Beef- I use 80/20, however, any leanness works, just be sure to drain grease.
    • Garlic- fresh is best, minced
    • Spaghetti Sauce- use your favorite store-bought sauce or make your own. For the best results, use a good, thick marinara. Thinner sauces will be runny and can turn the lasagna into a mess when it comes time to serve it.
    • Lasagna Noodles- I use no boil noodles, however, any type works as the sauce will soften the noodles as they cook
    • Mozzarella Cheese- shredded

    How to make Instant Pot Lasagna

    1. Make Cheese Filling- combine all ingredients in medium bowl. Set aside.
    2. Prepare Meat Filling- brown beef in a skillet until no longer pink. Add in the minced garlic and stir to combine evenly.
    3. Assemble- spray your 7-inch springform pan with cooking spray. Layer the bottom of your pan with 3-4 noodles, broken to fit pan. Cover with 1 cup pasta sauce. Spread 1/2 the meat mixture on top of sauce, pressing down slightly. Spread 1/2 the cheese layer evenly over meat. Repeat layer process one time using up remaining meat/cheese mixture. Add 1 final layer of noodles and cover with sauce and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Spray a sheet of tin foil with cooking spray and cover the pan tightly. Pour 1 1/2 cups water into the bottom of your Instant Pot pan. Place the covered springform pan on the trivet and use the handles to lower it into the pan. Place the lid securely on and ensure valve is in sealing position
    4. Cook-manual, high pressure for 25 minutes.  Do a quick release and once pin drops, open lid and remove lasagna/tin foil. Place on baking sheet in oven on broil until cheese begins to brown. Remove from oven and allow to “rest” about 10 minutes to absorb juices. Remove springform sides of pan and slice to desired size.  Serve and enjoy

    Preparing Lasagna in Advance

    You can assemble, cover, and refrigerate this lasagna up to 24 hours before pressure cooking. Keep in mind the springform pan will leak into the refrigerator, so you’ll want to use a cake pan instead. When ready to cook the lasagna, remove it from the refrigerator, unwrap, cover with foil if desired, and pressure cook for 27 minutes instead of 25 minutes on high pressure.

    Storage

    Leftover cooled lasagna can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Additionally, you can wrap slices of the lasagna in plastic wrap and foil and freeze for up to 3 months.

    Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then unwrap the foil and plastic wrap.

    Heat in the microwave or oven to warm through.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Are there any substitutes for the ricotta cheese?

    Feel free use cottage cheese in place of ricotta cheese if desired. It is best to let your cottage cheese strain over a fine-mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth for a few hours before using the filling. This helps the cottage cheese have less liquid, making your lasagna’s layers stay intact better.

    What other meats can I use?

    Ground pork, ground turkey or Italian sausage are all great choices for this delicious lasagna.

    Can I use something other than red sauce for this? 

    Yes! You can use Alfredo sauce and make this more of a white pasta!

    Can I add vegetables into this to make it a complete meal?

    Absolutely! Simply sauté the veggies and add them in as you prepare the layers!

    Can I make this in a 3-quart Instant Pot?

    If you want to make this in a smaller Instant Pot, it works, but make sure you halve all of the ingredients. Cook time would stay the same.

    How to serve

    When serving lasagna, I love to add a side salad and/or garlic bread! To me, that is the ultimate combination! Of course, feel free to go your own route and serve this with anything you desire! Perhaps garlic pull apart bread, buttery bread machine dinner rolls, or even Garlic Cheese Crescents

    More Instant Pot Recipes to try

    Instant Pot Stuffed Shells– same great flavor of the classic favorite, now made faster in the Instant Pot

    Instant Pot Chicken Lo Mein– noodle dish packed with classic Chinese flavor

    Beef Enchilada Instant Pot Casserole– layers of beef, sauce, cheese, and corn tortillas combine into a Tex-Mex dish the whole family will love

    Instant Pot Sausage, Green Beans, and Potatoes– one pot meal that comes together in no time

    If you don’t have the springform pan, I highly recommend buying one because not only can you make this lasagna, but you can make my Chocolate Peanut Butter Instant Pot Cheesecake and BEST EVER Instant Pot Cheesecake. Double win, right?!

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    4.14 from 74 votes

    BEST EVER Instant Pot Lasagna Recipe

    All the flavors of the classic dish you love, made even easier using the Instant Pot! This Instant Pot Lasagna is delicious comfort food at its finest!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time25 mins
    Resting Time15 mins
    Total Time35 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Keyword: Instant Pot, instant pot lasagna, lasagna
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 415kcal
    Author: The Cookin' Chicks

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot
    • Springform Pan
    • Mixing Bowls
    • Non Stick Instant Pot Liner

    Ingredients

    • CHEESE LAYER
    • 1 cup Ricotta cheese
    • 2 eggs
    • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
    • 1/2 teaspoon Basil
    • 1 teaspoon Oregano
    • 1 teaspoon Thyme
    • 1/2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
    • MEAT LAYER
    • 1 lb ground beef
    • 6 cloves garlic, minced
    • 24 oz spaghetti sauce
    • 1 package no boil lasagna noodles
    • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

    Instructions

    • To make the cheese layer, mix all ingredients into a small bowl. Set aside.
    • To make meat layer, brown beef in a skillet until no longer pink.
    • Add in the minced garlic and stir to combine evenly.
    • To assemble lasagna, spray your 7 inch springform pan with cooking spray.
    • Layer the bottom of your pan with 3-4 noodles, broken to fit pan.
    • Cover with 1 cup pasta sauce.
    • Spread 1/2 the meat mixture on top of sauce, pressing down slightly.
    • Spread 1/2 the cheese layer evenly over meat.
    • Repeat layer process one time using up remaining meat/cheese mixture.
    • Add 1 final layer of noodles and cover with sauce and 1/2 cup mozzarella.
    • Spray a sheet of tin foil with cooking spray and cover the pan tightly.
    • Pour 1 1/2 cups water into the bottom of your Instant Pot pan.
    • Place the covered springform pan on the trivet and use the handles to lower it into the pan.
    • Place the lid securely on and ensure valve is in sealing position.
    • Cook manual, high pressure for 25 minutes. 
    • Do a quick release and once pin drops, open lid and remove lasagna/tin foil.
    • Place on baking sheet in oven on broil until cheese begins to brown.
    • Remove from oven and allow to "rest" about 10 minutes to absorb juices.
    • Remove springform sides of pan and slice to desired size. 
    • Serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    Recipe adapted from: Princess Pinky Girl

    Nutrition

    Calories: 415kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 128mg | Sodium: 760mg | Potassium: 563mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 726IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 3mg
    Tried this recipe?Mention @TheCookinChicks or tag #TheCookinChicks!

    Recipe updated 10/17/2022

     

     

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    Comments

    1. sweetpea

      April 9, 2019 at 5:25 pm

      does it matter what type no=boil noodles you use? I’ve seen Barilla sheets and I have Aldi no=boil “noodles”/strips.

    2. Kristin

      April 10, 2019 at 6:46 am

      Nope, doesn’t matter at all! I bought the store brand ones (because they were much cheaper), so any type works! Enjoy!

    3. sweetpea

      April 10, 2019 at 10:49 am

      thank you!!

    4. sweetpea

      April 10, 2019 at 10:49 am

      thank you!

    5. Michelle

      May 14, 2019 at 8:09 am

      The recipe states 1up mozzarella cheese. I’m assuming that meant 1 cup, but Just wanting to be sure before I make it? It looks great!

    6. Kristin

      May 14, 2019 at 9:22 am

      Whoops, yep, typo on my end! Sorry about that! I will correct now, but yes, 1 cup!

    7. Tee

      June 16, 2019 at 1:11 am

      Hi! It says 1 package of the no boil noodles but i found some packages that were 10oz, 12oz and 16oz. Which one for this recipe?

    8. Tee

      June 16, 2019 at 1:15 am

      Also! Do we have to do the oven part?

    9. Kristin

      June 16, 2019 at 10:23 am

      Honestly, it doesn’t matter because you wont be using the entire package. I typically buy the 10oz and use what my pan fits, but then save the leftover noodles for another time! Enjoy!!

    10. Kristin

      June 16, 2019 at 10:24 am

      You can cook in the oven at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes, eye it at that point and you can decide if it needs a bit extra cook time! Prepare as directions state, just omitting the Instant Pot cook directions! Enjoy!

    11. Christina

      June 24, 2019 at 7:03 pm

      Can you use regular noodles and rinse in hot water 1st? That’s how I make oven lasagna and I add a cup of water to the sauce mixture.. any ideas?

    12. Kristin

      June 25, 2019 at 8:06 am

      Absolutely! As long as the noodles go into this somewhat cooked, you’ll be good to go! No need to add water to your sauce if the noodles are semi cooked beforehand! Enjoy!

    13. Dan

      July 18, 2019 at 7:19 pm

      When you say cover the spring form pan, do you mean just cover the top, or encase the whole pan in foil?

    14. Kristin

      July 19, 2019 at 6:48 am

      You’ll cover the entire top and sides with foil. Spray the foil with spray and then place on top of the pan (you’re spraying it so it doesn’t stick to the cheese). Tightly seal the sides of the foil around the pan and place into the Instant Pot. Hope that helps and sorry for not clarifying in the post! Enjoy!

    15. Dan

      July 21, 2019 at 2:32 pm

      Thanks for the reply. You say cover top and sides, what about the bottom? Does the steam from the water in the bottom of the instant pot cook the noodles? I ask because you told the one lady if she used partially cooked regular noodles that she didn’t need the water in the pot. Sorry, but still confused.

    16. Kristin

      July 21, 2019 at 8:18 pm

      Sorry for the confusion! Yes, the steam helps to cook the noodles. As for the water comment I wrote to the lady, she was referring to how she adds water to her sauce. I told her it was unnecessary if using precooked/partially cooked noodles in this. You definitely always need to add water to the bottom of the Instant Pot as that’s what will pressurize and cook the lasagna. Hope that helps and enjoy! Let me know how it turns out!

    17. Dan

      July 22, 2019 at 6:12 am

      Thank you. I think I got it through my thick skull. Will let you know how it turned out after I make it.

    18. Kristin

      July 22, 2019 at 9:44 am

      No worries, it was more my fault for not explaining thoroughly! Hope you enjoy!

    19. Peggy

      August 11, 2019 at 6:38 pm

      I have a 3 quart IP is cooking time the same?

    20. Lynn

      August 12, 2019 at 1:21 am

      I’m sorry for being slow in understanding the instructions. So, after I assemble to lasagna in the spring pan I then cover the top and sides (but not bottom) with sprayed tin foil. Then add water to IP and lower the spring pan into IP and pressurize? Thanks so much

    21. Kristin

      August 12, 2019 at 2:12 pm

      Yes, cooking time remains the same for the different sizes! Enjoy!

    22. Kristin

      August 12, 2019 at 2:13 pm

      Yep, that’s correct! Hope you enjoy and ask as many questions needed, that’s what I am here for 🙂

    23. Shelby

      August 19, 2019 at 10:02 pm

      What size instant pot do you have & what size springform pan do you need?

    24. Kristin

      August 20, 2019 at 1:07 pm

      Hi! I have the 6 quart Instant Pot and use a 7 inch Springform pan! Hope that helps!

    25. Darla Bunch

      August 30, 2019 at 9:25 am

      Hi Kristin. Do you think replacing the ricotta with cottage cheese mixed with parmesan would work in this recipe? This is what I use in my lasagna that I bake in the oven. I’m just not a fan of ricotta.

    26. Kristin

      August 30, 2019 at 9:41 am

      That should work, cottage cheese is a bit more liquidy than ricotta, so maybe don’t use as much as called for in ricotta cheese. Other than that, should be fine to swap out! Enjoy!

    27. Kevbo

      September 2, 2019 at 12:55 pm

      Kristen.
      This is brilliant! I’m single and this is more practical for me than a huge pan, lus I can still freeze half.
      I’m going to make this recipe and a white Lasagna with homemade Alfredo and spinach!
      Love your page!

    28. Kristin

      September 3, 2019 at 11:38 am

      That’s great to hear! I love not having to make a huge pan and basically eat lasagna for the following month, haha!
      White lasagna sounds delicious and a homemade Alfredo, impressive!
      Enjoy!! So glad you enjoy the page!

    29. Rae

      September 6, 2019 at 9:09 pm

      Do you remove the insert from the IP then drop the springform pan in its place? I am a tad confused on this. Recipe sounds great.

    30. Kristin

      September 8, 2019 at 10:56 am

      No, place the inner pot into your Instant Pot. Then add the metal trivet that came with the Instant Pot. Pour water into inner pot. Then place springform into inner pot, so its sitting on the trivet. Does that help? Feel free to message me and I will help! I’ll be adding pictures to this recipe to help clarify as well!! Enjoy!

    31. Linda HALLAM

      September 9, 2019 at 9:02 pm

      Can I cook this in the oven and if I can what temperature and how long

    32. Kristin

      September 10, 2019 at 12:00 pm

      Sure! Once its in the Springform, bake at 375 degrees for about 40 minutes!

    33. Sheryl Behr

      September 11, 2019 at 8:41 pm

      5 stars
      Recipe was delicious but confusing. Please change ingredient list or instructions to say not entire box of noodles but 3 single layers total and 1/2 c cheese on top. It says 1 cup and 1/2 cup cheese on top.

    34. Kristin

      September 12, 2019 at 10:14 am

      I have corrected the cheese, thanks for catching that! As for the pasta, some people use different sizes on the Springform pan, therefore, I say box so everyone has enough. So glad it was a hit and sorry for the confusion! Thanks for catching the cheese mix up 🙂

    35. Marianna Surface Markham

      September 13, 2019 at 8:44 am

      How well does it freeze? (I’m cooking for 1.)

    36. Becky

      September 13, 2019 at 8:04 pm

      This recipe is very tasty! I did swap out cottage cheese for the Ricotta and added a little Parmesan but when I cut a slice it didn’t hold the slice. I just re-read your comment about swapping out those cheeses and missed to use less cottage cheese. Any idea how much less? Are there pasta sauces that are thicker than others. I used Prego. I’m wondering if a different brand would have been less runny.

    37. Kristin

      September 14, 2019 at 10:48 am

      Do you mean once cooked? If so, it freezes great! In a freezer safe container for up to 3 months! Enjoy!

    38. Kristin

      September 14, 2019 at 10:50 am

      I would cut the cheese in half to start if swapping. I haven’t personally tried it that way yet, but that’s a good starting point. If you let the lasagna sit for about 10 minutes, it should hold its slice a bit better, but it does sort of slide due to the juices, pasta, and liquids.
      As for sauces, I use all different types, however, you can always add a bit cornstarch to the sauce to thicken it up. I have found meat sauces are a bit thicker and less “watery”.
      Hope that helps! Glad you enjoyed!

    39. Lisa Granda

      September 19, 2019 at 10:15 am

      I really want to make this but I have the 3qt. Do u have recipe for that size? Or how I could adapt it to fit? Thanks!

    40. Kristin

      September 19, 2019 at 12:55 pm

      I believe they make a mini springform pan, around 4 inches, that would fit into the 3 qt. You could always use this recipe to make two of those? Or cut this recipe in half to make the mini version!

    41. Diana Despres

      October 15, 2019 at 11:06 pm

      5 stars
      Kristin,

      I came across this recipe because someone shared it on the InstantPot FB page and it looked so amazing that I bought the ingredients that day! LOL I made this recipe last night and WOW!! It was delicious and super easy. Thank you so much for sharing your recipe. I look forward to finding more things to cook from your blog. I too love feeding my family!

      Blessings…

    42. Kristin

      October 16, 2019 at 6:54 am

      Yea!! So glad you enjoyed it! Its a favorite in my house and my family doesn’t even realize how simple it is to make, so I get major credit, haha!! Hope you enjoy the recipes, be sure to keep me posted on what you try!!

    43. Brandon

      October 16, 2019 at 11:11 pm

      4 stars
      Hi, great recipe unfortunately when I slice into the lasagna, it doesn’t hold well. Noodle and meat fall apart. Seems a bit watery? I used cottage cheese though? Perhaps will go back to ricotta?

      Thanks
      BH

    44. Kristin

      October 17, 2019 at 8:26 am

      The cottage cheese is a bit more liquidy than the ricotta. I would cut down on liquids a bit if subbing that. As for not holding shape, the extra moisture would do that, but let it sit for a few extra minutes too! Try the ricotta and let it sit a few minutes, should slice perfectly!

    45. Kristin Johansen

      October 28, 2019 at 1:53 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious. Will definitely be making this again

    46. Kristin

      October 28, 2019 at 2:18 pm

      Glad you enjoyed it!!

    47. Erica Lopez

      January 1, 2020 at 5:17 pm

      How much water is required to be poured into the inner pot? I have not cooked in the instant pot using the trivet yet.

    48. Amy

      January 1, 2020 at 6:35 pm

      So, my top layer of noodles weren’t done. Everything else was fine. I have an 8 qt IP. Longer cook time? More water in the bottom? Help!!!

    49. Kristin

      January 2, 2020 at 10:18 am

      1 1/2 cups water into the bottom of the inner pot! Hope you enjoy!

    50. Kristin

      January 2, 2020 at 10:19 am

      Did you cover with enough sauce? Add a bit more sauce to the top layer next time. There shouldn’t be a need to increase cook time or water, however, since I am using a 6 quart, go ahead and increase the water by 1/4 cup and add additional sauce. Try that and let me know! Should be perfect! Enjoy!!

    51. Cyndal Jones

      January 5, 2020 at 4:40 pm

      Hi Kristen, I tried this recipe tonight. I have a 6 qt insta pot and 7inch spring form pan. I followed to a T and i didn’t have enough room to add the final layer. Did I do something wrong? I was able to transfer to a dish and is now baking in the oven but would love to try in instapot next time. Thanks!

    52. Christine Smith

      January 6, 2020 at 6:15 pm

      Hello,
      I was wondering if some of the sauce may seep hrough the bottom of the springform pan? Thanks!

    53. Kristin

      January 7, 2020 at 11:58 am

      Hmmm, you should’ve been able to fit it?? Try packing it down with a spoon next time! It should definitely fill to the tippy top, but still be able to squeeze it all in there! So bummed it didn’t fit!!

    54. Kristin

      January 7, 2020 at 12:03 pm

      Hi!! Yes, typically just a small amount of sauce seeps through, however, its not enough to make a huge mess or cause the liquid to escape. I typically assemble on a cutting board so I can rinse easily afterwards!

    55. Amy

      January 17, 2020 at 1:10 pm

      4 stars
      My 9 and 13 yr old daughters fixed this for dinner the other night. It was delicious. I removed it fromt the instant pot for them, but otherwise they were in charge. It was slightly overfull, but I just pressed it down and doubled the foil.
      We will make this again..

    56. Kristin

      January 17, 2020 at 2:22 pm

      That’s great! I love getting my kids into the kitchen to help and sounds like yours did great!! Glad it was enjoyed!

    57. LEIGH

      January 26, 2020 at 7:17 pm

      Made this tonight and it turned out well. Hubby and I both thought the cheese filling tasted a little soapy, though, and I have been googling to see which of the spices we didn’t care for. Any idea? Savory herb is an ingredient in the Italan seasoning mix I used, and I’m wondering if that’s what we didnt like. What italian seasoning mix do you recommend? Thank you.

    58. Kim

      January 26, 2020 at 7:25 pm

      5 stars
      This was so simple, absolutely delicious and came out looking just like the picture! Win Win Win!

    59. Kristin

      January 27, 2020 at 8:16 am

      Yea!! Love hearing that! So glad it was a hit!!

    60. Kristin

      January 27, 2020 at 8:18 am

      It most definitely is the Italian Seasoning. For people, that spice is either hate it or love it. You can always omit and use Basil or Oregano to season on its own? I typically just use store brand of the Italian Seasoning. You can always cut down on the amount used and increase different seasonings to make it more to your tastes? Glad to hear it turned out well though!

    61. Patty Thompson

      February 1, 2020 at 5:00 pm

      5 stars
      I’m pretty new to cooking. However, I’ve been making one instant pot recipe per week for the past couple of months. My husband’s favorite food is lasagna. He LOVED it!!! And so did I. It was so delicious! Thank you so much for this recipe. I will definitely make it again.

    62. Kristin

      February 1, 2020 at 7:36 pm

      Awww I love hearing that! So glad you enjoyed it!!

    63. Lynda

      March 2, 2020 at 12:25 am

      Awesome recipe!!! I did 1/2 lb of Italian sausage and 1/2 lb ground beef…it was delish!!!!

    64. Kristin

      March 2, 2020 at 7:41 am

      Yea! So glad to hear you enjoyed it!

    65. Juleen Wegman

      March 4, 2020 at 2:19 pm

      For those of you that couldn’t fit it all in your 7-inch springform pan, there are a couple different depths of springform pans. I haven’t made this yet but will use my deeper one when I do. I think it’s 3″ deep.

    66. Kristin

      March 4, 2020 at 3:33 pm

      Great advice! Hope you enjoy this!

    67. Jelain

      March 13, 2020 at 5:30 pm

      5 stars
      Made this yesterday in my IP turned out great!

    68. Kristin

      March 14, 2020 at 8:30 am

      Yea! So glad it was a success!

    69. JansinGa

      March 21, 2020 at 8:53 pm

      Thanks to the reviewer who mentioned the different springform pan depths. My ingredients didn’t all fit either, but we really enjoyed the lasagna! Thanks for the recipe! (Looking for all the IP recipes while we’re “social distancing” at home!)

    70. Kristin

      March 22, 2020 at 11:18 am

      Glad you enjoyed! I too actually didn’t know there were different depths until that review, haha!
      Hope you enjoy all the other Instant Pot recipes on the blog!

    71. Juan

      March 23, 2020 at 10:10 pm

      5 stars
      Hi Kristen and fellow lasagna makers,

      This recipe is awesome! First time trying it and I loved it. I just started using my instant pot and this is a great addition to my nightly cooking book.

      I saw that some people had issues with fitting all the layers in the springform pan. I ordered both the one Kristin recommended and the one from the instant pot brand

      Instant Pot 5252051 Official Springform Pan, 7.5-Inch, Gray https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WHHTFXC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_xKxEEbMF4AH1K

      I found this one to be a little bit bigger at 3.1” vs 2.4” in depth and will allow for all the layers to fit in perfectly.

      As for leakage at the bottom of the pan, it will definitely leak especially if the spaghetti sauce is liquidity. I used marinara so it leaked more than expected. It wasn’t an absurd amount but definitely something to be mindful of.

      This is definitely a recipe I enjoyed making and will make for many more meals to come! Thanks Kristin.

      Best,

      Juan

    72. Kristin

      March 24, 2020 at 7:57 am

      Yea!! I absolutely love the feedback you have provided! Thanks so much and I am glad to hear you enjoyed it!!

    73. Delilah

      March 25, 2020 at 8:19 pm

      5 stars
      This is a great lasagna recipe. I love that it doesn’t make a 9×13 pan. There is just two of us now and lasagna is one of those dishes that doesn’t make for good leftovers. I never use no boil noodles. I lay them in a rectangular dish and pour boiling water over them. That does the trick and the noodles ate much easier to cut.

    74. Kristin

      March 26, 2020 at 8:11 am

      So glad you enjoyed this recipe! Great idea on the noodle trick!

    75. Jean Verner Melvin

      April 20, 2020 at 1:25 pm

      5 stars
      This has been the best ever lasagna I have ever eaten, and so easy to make in the I-Pot…
      Thanks so much for the recipe, will be making two more to put in the freezer for the near future!
      Had a nice big slice with tossed salad with my hubby….he couldn’t get enough of it….can’t wait to eat the leftovers! <3 going to try the beef enchiladas next!

    76. Kristin

      April 20, 2020 at 5:15 pm

      Awwww I love hearing that!! So glad you enjoy it! I can’t wait to hear what you think of the enchilada pie next!!!

    77. Kendra

      April 28, 2020 at 3:41 pm

      Can you make this without a spring foam pan?

    78. Kristin

      April 29, 2020 at 8:11 am

      Sure! You can use a normal pan, just make sure its a 6-7 inch pan to fit in your Instant Pot. You’ll just have to scoop it out of the pan, so it won’t be as pretty, but it will still taste great!

    79. Jessica

      May 25, 2020 at 10:27 pm

      3 stars
      I LOVE lasagna and absolutely love making it in the oven. So when I found this recipe, I couldn’t wait to try it in my IP. I was very disappointed, I followed the recipe exactly but the noodles were not cooked. Also the broil time was too long, it burned the topping. Please help me understand what went wrong.

    80. Kristin

      May 26, 2020 at 8:47 am

      Hmmmm, did you use the no boil noodles? Sometimes I do, sometimes I don’t, and it usually always still turns out.
      Each oven is different as far as the broiling goes, you just want to get a golden brown color with melted cheese, so that step can be eyed.
      Keep me posted on the noodles so I can trouble shoot. So bummed to hear it wasn’t a hit!

    81. Karen

      September 19, 2020 at 11:15 pm

      I was reading over the lasagna recipe and in the very beginning of the directions it says to cover the noodles with pasta sauce, then it says layer meat sauce on top of that. What is the pasta sauce. Did I overlook it? Little confused on that.

    82. Kristin

      September 20, 2020 at 8:42 am

      The meat layer is simply seasoned beef, the pasta sauce is 24 oz of your favorite spaghetti sauce (jarred or homemade). Sorry for the confusion. I labelled the meat layer ingredients as to separate things a bit, hope that helps and hope you enjoy!!

    83. Michele

      September 27, 2020 at 8:56 am

      1 star
      I have a 3 quart IP. It is hard to find recipes for the 3 quart. I wish there were more recipes for the 3 quart.

    84. Kristin

      September 27, 2020 at 10:13 am

      Sorry to see the 1 star rating on this recipe 🙁
      If you have a 3 quart, I recommend using mini springform pans (2) and making the recipe in that. You can stack the two springforms and it should work great! I believe you can also look for a 5 inch and that should fit!
      Hope that helps and hope you enjoy!

    85. Jeane

      December 19, 2020 at 9:15 pm

      In the directions you say on step five I believe, to create a layer of noodles with 3-4 noodles by breaking them apart. Do mean it will take 3-4 noodles to break up to create that layer? I created a single layer by breaking apart just 2 unless the pieces didn’t break well then I was just wasting pieces and needed three noodles because of that. I struggled to not overlap the noodlesusing only two full noodles broken up. The round pan makes it a little tricky.

    86. Kristin

      December 20, 2020 at 10:32 am

      It just depends on how you break the noodles, it is okay to overlap if needed as long as the sauce covers them. If you only need 2 noodles to break it up, thats great too! Enjoy!!

    87. Breanna McElroy

      December 29, 2020 at 8:27 am

      Hi thank you so much for sharing this! Where did you get the pink and white w gold instant pot cover from?? It’s so adorable!

    88. Kristin

      December 29, 2020 at 8:47 am

      Aww thanks! I bought it off Etsy last year! There are tons of fun, colorful designs on there!

    89. Gail

      December 29, 2020 at 1:35 pm

      I have an IP crisper lid. Do you think I could change the lid to brown the topping off? I’m one of those, keep it as simple as possible people! 😂

    90. Kristin

      December 31, 2020 at 4:23 pm

      Hmmm, I have never used one of those before, but I don’t see why not! If you try it, be sure to let me know how it worked out!!

    91. Tom Miner

      January 1, 2021 at 11:08 am

      3 stars
      I have a comment on springform pans. Not all pans are created equal. I have a pan that I hadn’t used and was looking forward to “cristianing it” with your lasagna. Before I started assembling the ingredients I questioned the height of my pan. It’s only 2″ high, which I didn’t think would hold the ingredients. I went to the Amazon link that you provided, which leads one to a 7.5″ by 3.11″ springform pan. Much better size to hold the lasagna that I hope to make this coming week. i encourage you to add a recipe note about the pan size.

    92. Kristin

      January 2, 2021 at 11:52 am

      Great tip! I will make sure I add something in about that as that is a great piece of advice!

    93. Kristi G

      January 8, 2021 at 12:14 pm

      5 stars
      I have made this twice so far and we love it. The best part is that I can make a smaller amount and that it’s quick enough for a weeknight. I did want to mention that I bought oven-ready noodles the first time that weren’t no boil when I looked closer. False advertising, eh? To accommodate them, I just put hot water in a 13 x 9 pan and let them soften a bit while I got the rest of the ingredients measured and ready. It turned out great! The second time I made the recipe I made sure that I got the no boil noodles. And I have to say that I think the first batch was preferable to the second. So I thought I would comment in case this happens to anyone else.

    94. Kristin

      January 11, 2021 at 10:06 am

      Oh that is good to know about the noodles as I have seen those and wondered! So glad you enjoy the recipe!

    95. Kate

      January 11, 2022 at 5:37 am

      Can you make this with just mozzarella?? It’s the only cheese we use in lasagna.

    96. Kristin

      January 11, 2022 at 9:51 am

      You can, but it may change the consistency. You can also use cottage cheese in place of the ricotta cheese! Hope you enjoy!

    97. Diane

      July 26, 2022 at 8:08 am

      5 stars
      Can I make two, pot in pot? How much longer should I cook them? Thx for your advice

    98. Kristin

      July 26, 2022 at 9:16 am

      I have tried to make two and have yet to figure out the correct timing. One ends up under cooked or over cooked, and therefore never seems to work for me. I stacked on my trivet in the middle and although it did fit, I am still trying to work out the timing. Once I get it, I will update the recipe and add that in!

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