Recipes for Frozen Tv Dinner Lasagna

Safe ways to use frozen tv dinner lasagna past its expiration date

Cheesy Lasagna Skillet

Cheesy Lasagna Skillet

Turn your expired frozen lasagna into a delicious and safe skillet meal.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
25 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 Frozen Tv Dinner Lasagna (expired but still safe to consume)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Thaw the frozen lasagna in the refrigerator overnight.
  2. Remove the lasagna from the packaging and cut it into small pieces.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté until softened.
  5. Add the diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  6. Carefully place the lasagna pieces into the skillet, spreading them evenly.
  7. Cover the skillet and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the lasagna is heated through.
  8. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the lasagna.
  9. Cover the skillet again and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
  11. Ensure the lasagna reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before consuming.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Frozen TV Dinner Lasagna Casserole

Frozen TV Dinner Lasagna Casserole

Transform your slightly expired frozen TV dinner lasagna into a tasty casserole dish.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 1 slightly expired frozen TV dinner lasagna
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Remove the lasagna from the TV dinner tray and cut it into small pieces.
  3. In a greased casserole dish, layer the lasagna pieces evenly.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese on top of the lasagna.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
  7. Garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves before serving.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Lasagna Stuffed Peppers

Lasagna Stuffed Peppers

Transform your expired frozen lasagna into a flavorful and safe stuffed pepper dish.

Prep time:
20 minutes
Cook time:
35 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 Frozen Tv Dinner Lasagna (expired but still safe to consume)
  • 4 bell peppers
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Thaw the frozen lasagna in the refrigerator overnight.
  2. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  3. Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  4. In a large pot of boiling water, blanch the bell peppers for 3-4 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  5. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  6. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until softened.
  7. Add the tomato sauce, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  8. Cut the thawed lasagna into small pieces and mix them into the skillet sauce.
  9. Stuff each bell pepper with the lasagna mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  10. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  11. Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the stuffed peppers.
  12. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden.
  13. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
  14. Ensure the stuffed peppers reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before consuming.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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