Lazy Lasagna Skillet Meal (Print version)
A cozy one-pan lasagna skillet with tender noodles, beefy tomato sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, and basil.
# Ingredients:
For the skillet
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 lb (450 g) 85% lean ground beef
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1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
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1 jar (24 oz or 680 g) marinara sauce
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1 can (14.5 oz or 410 g) crushed tomatoes
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2 cups (480 ml) low-sodium beef broth
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10 regular lasagna noodles, broken into 1 1/2 to 2 inch pieces
For the cheese topping
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1 cup (245 g) whole milk ricotta cheese
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1 1/2 cups (170 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/3 cup (30 g) grated parmesan cheese
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1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, plus more for serving
# Instructions:
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Heat the olive oil in a deep 12 inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and onion. Cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking up the meat, until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Spoon off excess fat if needed.
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Add the garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 30-45 seconds, stirring constantly, until the garlic smells fragrant.
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Stir in the marinara sauce, crushed tomatoes, and beef broth. Add the broken lasagna noodles and press them into the sauce so they are mostly covered.
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Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 16-20 minutes, stirring every 3-4 minutes, until the noodles are tender. Add a splash of broth or water if the skillet gets too dry.
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Drop spoonfuls of ricotta over the skillet. Gently nudge some into the sauce while leaving a few creamy pockets on top.
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Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan evenly over the top. Cover and cook for 2-4 minutes, until the cheese melts. Remove from the heat and rest for 5 minutes.
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Scatter fresh basil over the skillet. Taste and add a little more salt if needed, then serve warm straight from the pan.
# Good to know:
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The skillet will look saucy when the noodles first finish cooking, then thicken after a 5 minute rest.
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Use a deep 12 inch skillet or Dutch oven so the noodles have enough room to cook evenly.
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A broiler-safe skillet can be broiled for 1-2 minutes after adding cheese for a browned top.