Moxie Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 I always get the no-boil noodles but my grocery store was out. Do I really need to boil the regular noodles?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kewb Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 I boil them. I think there is a trick where you extra sauce but I am not sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 No, you don't need to boil the noodles. You will want to make sure there is enough liquid to fully cook them, that they are totally tucked down into the sauce, cover it tightly with foil, and that you cook it long enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoobie Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 What Mrs. Mungo said. :) You don't have to boil shells or manicotti either! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skirch Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 :iagree: I've never boiled lasagna noodles or manicotti shells. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 What Mrs. Mungo said. :) You don't have to boil shells or manicotti either! Agreed, I fill uncooked manicotti noodles then put them in the crockpot all the time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoo Keeper Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 I lay my regular lasagna noodles in layers on a cookie sheet (or other rimmed pan) and pour boiling water over them. Let them sit for about 10 minutes. Then I carefully take them out and place them in a single layer on some waxed paper or plastic wrap as I assemble the sauce/ricotta, etc. This softens them enough so that they will cook evenly, even without boiling. You will need to add a small amount of extra sauce/liquid to your recipe. I tired multiple time to do the "don't boil, just add extra liquid" thing, and ended up with less than great results. No one likes crunchy noodles or watery sauce. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendy not in HI Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 I never boil the noodles - I buy regular noodles not the no-boil kind. I add a cup of water to the sauce. I always boil manicotti/shells. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 I don't boil, and I don't buy special noodles. Btw, I do like the flat Barilla ones. Long, long ago...I did boil them :001_rolleyes: . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katy Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 I use the gluten free kind, but I've found that generally it turns out better if you don't boil the noodles first. Just add a little extra water to the sauce & make sure they are completely covered in sauce so all of them are completely covered. Once I forgot to add extra water and just poured some around the edge and it still turned out great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Peregrine Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 When I used to make lasagne, I would pour 1/4 c water around the outside edge of a 9*13 pan. Worked perfectly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umsami Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 I used to buy the no-boil, but then I read a recipe that turned me on to using egg roll wrappers. It's like fresh pasta. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2jjka Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 YOu can also make it a day ahead of time, cover it w/ foil, and let it sit in the fridge overnight. The noodles will absorb the liquid and be tender. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 I used to buy the no-boil, but then I read a recipe that turned me on to using egg roll wrappers. It's like fresh pasta. :) Now that sounds yummy. I don't boil either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chocolatechip Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 We boil them here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucyStoner Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 Lately, I make my own. I'm a super annoying overachiever with too much time to spare like that. No need to boil fresh pasta. It's actually super easy. Like ridiculously so. But for dry noodles, I don't usually boil them either. But I cook it a really long time. Boiling speeds things up a little. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 I don't have to boil lasagna noodles or shells for stuffed shells? Why didn't I know this? Add extra sauce, cover, and cook until they're done...well, I sure wish I had known all this about a thousand pasta meals ago!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
applethyme Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 I never boil lasagna noodles. I just add extra liquid to the sauce. Works perfectly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 No boiling here, and I use whole wheat noodles. I don't add extra water either. Just the spaghetti sauce and cheese mixture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kewb Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 I don't find boiling the noodles that big of a deal. Always a non issue for me. Very eye opening that so many people do not boil first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warneral Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 I like the wider thinner ones that don't need boiling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 I don't find boiling the noodles that big of a deal. Always a non issue for me. Very eye opening that so many people do not boil first. I don't find it too bothersome to boil the noodles, it's just a step I'd rather avoid. But my lasagna tends to be a little watery- the layers aren't really cemented together and it's like the noodles don't absorb the flavor of the sauce. I bet it's because I always boil the noodles...and probably overcook them. I'm pretty excited to try one without boiling the noodles in advance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenrae Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Interesting....I had no idea I could get away without boiling them! Guess I know what I'm going to try next time I make stuffed shells! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristyB in TN Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 If I had to boil them we would never eat lasagna. I have never peeled a potato, either. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiMi 4under3 Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 I don't boil them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Agreed, I fill uncooked manicotti noodles then put them in the crockpot all the time! I'm intrigued! Then what? Cover them with sauce I presume? How long/high do you cook them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidi Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 I boil water, turn off the burner, stick in the noodles and let them soak for 10 min while I make the sauce. Then the lasagna only has to bake for 30 min instead of an hour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 I'm intrigued! Then what? Cover them with sauce I presume? How long/high do you cook them? Yes, I cover them with sauce and leave them on low in the crockpot for a few hours. Sometimes I make a homemade bolognese, sometimes I use jarred vodka sauce. I top with cheese toward the end of cooking time. Just make sure the pasta is completely covered with sauce or it will be crunchy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UmMusa Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Wow you guys are rebels! (or I'm such a rule follower) :laugh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaffeineDiary Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 The Barilla no-boil noodles are just as good as normal "should boil" noodles, and much less of a pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moxie Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 The Barilla no-boil noodles are just as good as normal "should boil" noodles, and much less of a pain. Yeah, those are the ones my store was out of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristyB in TN Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 You don't even have to use the 'no boil' noodles. I use the regular noodles, add a little extra water to the sauce, and cover with foil for mst of the cooking time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ausmumof3 Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 I never have. I have been reading a little about resistant starch lately though and it may be healthier. Apparently pasta that has been boiled and cooled changes in form and then when you reheat it it keeps those changes. The result is something called resistant starch which is good for bowel health and also possibly better for blood sugar levels for diabetics etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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