Skillet-Style One-Pan Cheesy Lasagna

Ingredients

For the Meat Sauce:

• 1 lb ground beef (or Italian sausage)
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 cup water or beef broth

For the Pasta & Cheese:

• 8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
• ½ cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Cook the Meat:

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
2. Add diced onion and cook for about 2 minutes, until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

2. Build the Sauce & Cook the Pasta:

1. Stir in marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
2. Pour in water or broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
3. Add broken lasagna noodles, stirring to submerge them in the sauce. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender.

3. Add the Cheese & Serve:

1. Drop spoonfuls of ricotta cheese over the lasagna.
2. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top. Cover the skillet for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
3. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot.

Serving Suggestions:

• Pair with garlic bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
• Add red pepper flakes for extra heat or extra cheese for more indulgence!

Enjoy your Skillet-Style One-Pan Cheesy Lasagna! 🍽️🧀🍅