Description
A simple and hearty one pan skillet lasagna that’s perfect for busy weeknights, packed with flavor and customizable to your tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 lasagna noodles
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic; cook until meat is browned and onion is soft, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in chopped bell pepper and zucchini; cook for another 4-5 minutes until tender.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and add Italian seasoning; mix well and let simmer.
- Break lasagna noodles into small pieces and add to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce.
- Cover and reduce heat to low; let it simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- After 20 minutes, dollop ricotta cheese and sprinkle mozzarella generously on top.
- Cover again and cook for another 5-10 minutes until the mozzarella is melted and bubbly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Use different meats or vegetables to customize your lasagna. You can also substitute gluten-free noodles for a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg