If you’ve ever craved lasagna but noped out at the thought of building all those layers—this one’s for you. This no-layer lasagna bake has all the flavor and cozy vibes of the traditional dish but skips straight to the good part: tossing everything together and letting the oven do the work.
Made with gluten-free pasta, seasoned ground beef, cottage cheese, and loads of melty mozzarella, this is a one-dish dinner your whole crew will love (even if they don’t have to eat gluten-free).
đź›’ Ingredients
(Serves 6–8)
- 1 box gluten-free pasta (elbow, rotini, penne – whatever you love)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan (optional but yum)
- 1 jar gluten-free marinara or pasta sauce (24 oz)
👩‍🍳 Instructions
- Boil your gluten-free pasta according to the package directions until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Drain excess grease if needed.
- In a large mixing bowl (or the pan like I did), combine the cooked pasta, cooked beef, cottage cheese, half of the mozzarella, all of the marinara sauce, and Parmesan (if using). Mix until everything is coated and evenly combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes, until bubbly and heated through.
- For a golden cheesy crust, broil the top for the last 2–3 minutes (keep an eye on it!).
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving so it sets a little—then dig in and enjoy!
✨ Tips & Add-Ins
- Add chopped spinach, zucchini, or mushrooms for a veggie boost
- Swap ground beef with turkey, sausage, or plant-based crumbles
- Want more flavor? Toss in Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes
- Use ricotta instead of cottage cheese if that’s more your style
🧊 Make-Ahead & Freezer Friendly
- Assemble and store (unbaked) in the fridge for up to 24 hours
- Bake, cool, and freeze portions for easy weeknight meals
- Leftovers keep well for 4–5 days and reheat beautifully
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This dump-and-bake gluten-free lasagna is comfort food at its best—easy, cheesy, and celiac-safe. Perfect for busy weeknights, lazy Sundays, or when you’re craving lasagna without all the layering.
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