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30-Minute Skillet Lasagna

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This 30-minute skillet lasagna delivers all the cozy, cheesy comfort of traditional lasagna in a single pan—perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
  • 1/2 cup water or broth
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or sausage until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Add chopped onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add broken lasagna noodles and 1/2 cup water or broth. Stir to combine and ensure noodles are submerged.
  5. Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender.
  6. Dollop ricotta cheese over the top and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  7. Cover again for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use a deep skillet with a lid to accommodate all ingredients.
  • Oven-ready noodles can be used but may cook faster.
  • Add a splash of water when reheating to prevent drying out.

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