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One-Pot Lazy Lasagna Recipe

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This One-Pot Lazy Lasagna is a simplified, flavorful lasagna recipe that combines all the classic elements into a single skillet for an easy and hearty meal. Ground beef is browned with garlic and fresh basil, then simmered with marinara sauce and no-boil lasagna noodles. Layers of creamy ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses are gently folded in before the dish is baked until bubbly and golden brown. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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Meat and Aromatics

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt
  • 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil

Sauce and Dairy

  • 5 cups store-bought marinara sauce
  • 2 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 12 oz. no-boil lasagna noodles, broken into 2” to 3″ pieces
  • 3 cups pre-shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 15 oz. whole-milk ricotta cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Brown Beef: Arrange a rack in the center of your oven and preheat to 375°F (190°C). In a large, high-sided skillet over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7-9 minutes. Season with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt.
  2. Add Aromatics and Basil: Stir in the finely chopped garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chopped fresh basil and stir to combine well with the beef mixture.
  3. Incorporate Sauce and Butter: Pour in the marinara sauce carefully to avoid splatters. Stir in the unsalted butter until melted and fully incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add Pasta and Initial Cheese: Add the broken no-boil lasagna noodles along with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese to the sauce. Stir continuously for about 2 minutes, until the sauce is smooth and the noodles have started softening. Then remove the skillet from heat.
  5. Fold in Ricotta Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese with the remaining 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan. Dollop half of this ricotta mixture over the pasta and gently fold it in carefully—you don’t want to fully mix it, just fold so you get pockets of creamy cheese throughout.
  6. Add Remaining Ricotta and Toppings: Dollop the remaining ricotta mixture on top in small spoonfuls. Sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  7. Bake: Transfer the skillet (or if not oven-safe, carefully transfer contents to a baking dish) to the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the edges are bubbly, and the top has golden brown spots.

Notes

  • Using no-boil noodles simplifies the process and reduces overall cooking time.
  • If your skillet is not oven-safe, transfer mixture to a baking dish before placing in the oven.
  • Fresh basil adds brightness, but you can substitute with 1 tsp dried basil if fresh is unavailable.
  • Adjust salt carefully since the cheeses and sauce are already seasoned.
  • Let the lasagna rest 5-10 minutes after baking to set before serving for cleaner slices.

Keywords: easy lasagna, one-pot lasagna, no-boil noodles, Italian dinner, ground beef lasagna, cheesy lasagna

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