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The Easiest Cheesy Lasagna Cups (with Wonton Wrappers!)

A large platter of homemade, cheesy Lasagna Cups being served as an appetizer at a fun and casual party.

An easy and creative recipe for individual ‘Lasagna Cups’ made in a standard muffin tin. This kid-friendly meal uses wonton wrappers as a clever substitute for traditional pasta noodles. The wonton wrappers are layered with a simple and creamy filling of ricotta and an Italian cheese blend, along with a garden-style pasta sauce. Each cup is topped with more cheese and then baked until golden brown and bubbly, creating a perfect portion-controlled version of lasagna.

Ingredients

  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 carton (15 ounces) part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend, divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 24 wonton wrappers
  • 1 jar (24 ounces) garden-style pasta sauce
  • Minced fresh parsley (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Generously grease 12 standard muffin cups with olive oil.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the beaten egg, ricotta cheese, and 1 1/4 cups of the Italian cheese blend.
  3. Line each muffin cup with one wonton wrapper.
  4. Fill each cup with 1 tablespoon of the ricotta mixture and 1 1/2 tablespoons of the pasta sauce.
  5. Top each with a second wonton wrapper, rotating the corners slightly, and press down gently in the centers.
  6. Repeat the layers, adding another tablespoon of the ricotta mixture and another 1 1/2 tablespoons of pasta sauce to each cup.
  7. Sprinkle the tops with the remaining Italian cheese blend.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let the cups cool for a few minutes before removing from the pan. If desired, sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • This recipe is a quick and easy take on lasagna, using convenient shortcuts like wonton wrappers and jarred pasta sauce.
  • Using a muffin tin is a key technique that creates individual, perfectly portioned servings.
  • Rotating the second wonton wrapper helps to create a better seal and cup shape for the final layer.
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