One-Pot Ultimate Lasagna (Instant Pot Duo Crisp)

A one-pot adaptation of a traditional lasagna, optimized for the Instant Pot Duo Crisp. Rich homemade beef ragu, creamy ricotta (or cottage cheese) filling, and a golden cheese topping are prepared in a single pot, then finished with Air Fry for a crispy, bubbly crust.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. Heat the olive oil using Sauté (High) for 1 minute.

Step 2

2. Add the diced onions and grated carrot. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

3. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Step 4

4. Add the ground beef and cook until browned.

Step 5

5. Stir in the salt, black pepper, seven-spice, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, dried basil, oregano, Parmesan, and optional sugar. Cook for 1 minute.

Step 6

6. Add the peeled tomatoes, crush them with a spoon, and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 7

7. Pour in the beef stock and stir well.

Step 8

8. Break the lasagna sheets into 6–8 irregular pieces each. Scatter them over the sauce and gently press them below the liquid. Do not stir.

Step 9

9. Pressure Cook on High for 5 minutes, then perform a Quick Release.

Step 10

10. While the pasta cooks, mix the cottage cheese, heavy cream, milk, cheddar, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, basil, salt, and white pepper until smooth.

Step 11

11. Gently loosen the pasta. Spread half of the cheese mixture over the pasta, sprinkle a light layer of mozzarella, then spread the remaining cheese mixture.

Step 12

12. Top with the remaining mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan, dried basil, and Italian seasoning.

Step 13

13. Air Fry at 200°C (390°F) for 6–8 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.

Step 14

14. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving.