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Two mini black skillets of classic skillet lasagna.

Classic Skillet Lasagna

Chef Jenn
Classic Skillet Lasagna is the ultimate comfort food made easy! With layers of tender pasta, savory meat, rich tomato sauce, and gooey melted cheese, this one-pan dish is perfect for a hearty family dinner or a quick weeknight meal without the fuss.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 8 servings
Calories 323 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 14.5 ounces canned tomatoes diced, undrained
  • 20 ounces marinara sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups water
  • 8 ounces mafalda pasta
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet with a lid over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it into crumbles, until partially browned.
  • Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the beef is cooked through and the onion is soft. Drain any excess fat.
  • Add the diced tomatoes (with juice), marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and salt. Stir until combined.
  • Pour in the water and stir. Add the pasta, ensuring it is coated in the sauce.
  • Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is just al dente.
  • Drop spoonfuls of ricotta cheese over the pasta and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Cover and cook for another 2 minutes, until the pasta is tender and the cheese is melted.
  • Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Notes

Chef Jenn's Tips

  • Mafalda pasta’s wavy edges give a lasagna-like texture, but other short pastas work too.
  • Keep the pasta fully submerged in the sauce to cook evenly. Add a little more water if needed.
  • If the sauce is too thin after cooking, simmer uncovered for a minute or two to thicken.
  • Garnish with fresh basil or parsley for added flavor.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 323kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 24gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 851mgPotassium: 704mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 661IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 191mgIron: 4mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

Keyword Classic skillet lasagna, Comfort food pasta
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