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One-Pot Lazy Lasagna Recipe

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This One-Pot Lazy Lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make twist on traditional lasagna. Combining all the layers in a single skillet and baking it together saves time and cleanup, while delivering rich flavors from ground beef, fresh basil, and three kinds of cheese in a creamy marinara sauce. No boiling noodles required, making it a great weeknight meal that feels indulgent but is straightforward to prepare.

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 Cheese

  • 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, divided
  • 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan, 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. In a large, high-sided skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 7 to 9 minutes. Season with 1 tsp. kosher salt.
  2. Add Garlic and Basil: Stir in the finely chopped garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Then add the fresh basil and stir until combined.
  3. Incorporate Sauce and Butter: Carefully pour in the marinara sauce to the skillet, watching for splatter. Stir in the unsalted butter until melted. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
  4. Simmer with Pasta and Cheese: Bring the sauce to a simmer, then add the broken no-boil lasagna noodles, 1 cup of mozzarella, and 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese. Cook while stirring until the sauce is smooth and the pasta begins to soften, about 2 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat.
  5. Mix Ricotta and Cheese: In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese with the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan.
  6. Layer Ricotta and Mozzarella: Dollop half of the ricotta mixture over the pasta in the skillet. Gently fold the pasta and sauce over the dollops to distribute without fully mixing. Add the remaining ricotta mixture in dollops on top, then evenly sprinkle with the remaining 2 cups of mozzarella cheese.
  7. Bake the Lasagna: Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the edges are bubbly and golden brown spots appear on the top cheese layer. Let it rest briefly before serving.

Notes

  • No-boil lasagna noodles simplify preparation and reduce cooking time.
  • Use a large, oven-safe skillet or sauté pan to cook and bake the entire dish in one pot.
  • Fresh basil adds fragrance and brightness; can substitute with dried basil but reduce quantity to 1 tablespoon.
  • Adjust salt according to your marinara sauce’s sodium content.
  • Allow the lasagna to rest 5-10 minutes before serving for easier slicing and better flavor melding.

Keywords: One-Pot Lasagna, Lazy Lasagna, Easy Italian Dinner, No-Boil Noodles, Weeknight Casserole

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