Skillet Lasagna Recipe 🍝
Description: This skillet lasagna recipe is a quick and delicious meal option perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners at home. Made with lean hamburger, pasta, and gooey mozzarella cheese, it’s a comforting dish that’s sure to satisfy your cravings. With the option to customize by adding your favorite veggies or serving it alongside homemade garlic bread, this recipe is versatile and full of flavor!
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Calories: 284.9 per serving
- Rating: 4.5 ⭐ (based on 6 reviews)
Ingredients:
- 1 lb lean hamburger
- 1 lb pasta
- 1 jar spaghetti sauce
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese, grated
Optional Ingredients:
- Sliced or chopped cooked vegetables such as zucchini, squash, onion, tomato, or mushrooms
Directions:
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Cook Pasta: In a large pot, cook the pasta in boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and rinse with hot water to prevent sticking.
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Brown Hamburger: Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, brown the lean hamburger over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
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Add Sauce: Pour the spaghetti sauce over the cooked hamburger in the skillet. Simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Layer Pasta and Sauce: Transfer half of the cooked pasta to the skillet, spreading it evenly across the bottom. Pour half of the meat sauce over the pasta, covering it evenly.
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Add Cheese: Sprinkle half of the grated mozzarella cheese over the meat sauce layer.
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Repeat Layers: Repeat the layering process with the remaining pasta, meat sauce, and grated cheese.
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Melt Cheese: Cover the skillet and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and let it stand for 2-3 minutes before serving. Serve hot with your favorite garlic bread for a complete meal.
Tips:
- Customize your skillet lasagna by adding your favorite cooked vegetables, such as sliced mushrooms or diced onions, between the layers for added flavor and nutrition.
- Make it a complete meal by serving the skillet lasagna with a side salad or roasted vegetables for added freshness and color.
- For extra spice, choose a spicy spaghetti sauce or add red pepper flakes to the meat sauce mixture for a kick of heat.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to accommodate larger or smaller gatherings. Adjust the ingredient quantities accordingly.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the microwave or oven until heated through.
Enjoy this delicious and easy skillet lasagna recipe that’s perfect for any occasion! 🎉
