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Skillet Lasagna Recipe

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  • Author: Ezabella
  • Total Time: 30-33 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Low Salt

Description

Skillet Lasagna is a quick and hearty one-pan pasta dish that combines the classic flavors of traditional lasagna without the need for layering or baking. This comforting meal features ground beef, tender broken lasagna noodles, rich tomato sauce, and creamy cheeses all cooked together in a single skillet, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Meat and Vegetables

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 medium sweet onion, diced (roughly 1 cup)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

Herbs and Seasonings

  • 2 teaspoons homemade Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons fresh basil, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Liquids and Pasta

  • 24 ounces tomato sauce
  • 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, not drained
  • 1 cup water
  • 8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into pieces (regular, not no-boil or oven ready)

Cheeses

  • 8 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley or fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil: In a large skillet, heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil over medium heat to prepare for cooking the beef and onion.
  2. Cook ground beef and onion: Add 1 ½ pounds of lean ground beef and 1 medium diced sweet onion to the skillet. Cook until the onion starts to soften and the ground beef is no longer pink, stirring occasionally.
  3. Drain excess fat: Drain any excess liquid or fat from the skillet if desired to reduce greasiness.
  4. Add seasonings and garlic: Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 teaspoons homemade Italian seasoning, 2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper to flavor the meat mixture.
  5. Add sauces and liquid: Pour in 24 ounces of tomato sauce, 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (with their juice), and 1 cup of water. Stir to combine all ingredients.
  6. Bring to a boil: Increase heat slightly and bring the mixture to a boil in the skillet.
  7. Add broken noodles: Stir in 8 ounces of broken regular lasagna noodles, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.
  8. Simmer covered: Reduce heat to a simmer, cover the skillet with a lid, and let cook for 20-23 minutes until the noodles are tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  9. Add ricotta cheese: Uncover the skillet and add spoonfuls of 8 ounces ricotta cheese around the skillet, but do not stir it in.
  10. Top with mozzarella: Sprinkle 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the dish.
  11. Let cheese melt: Remove the skillet from heat and cover for 2 minutes to allow the mozzarella cheese to melt.
  12. Garnish and serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or basil. Serve the skillet lasagna warm for a comforting meal.

Notes

  • Use regular lasagna noodles broken into pieces; do not use no-boil or oven-ready noodles as they require different cooking times.
  • Draining excess fat after cooking the beef helps reduce greasiness.
  • Stir occasionally during simmering to prevent noodles from sticking to the pan.
  • The ricotta cheese is added in spoonfuls on top to create pockets of creamy cheese without mixing.
  • Covering after adding mozzarella helps melt the cheese evenly.
  • Fresh herbs such as parsley or basil brighten the dish as garnish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-23 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://kitchenloving.com/skillet-lasagna-recipe/