Skillet Lasagna Recipe 🍽️

Overview:

This Skillet Lasagna recipe is a lifesaver for those hectic days when you want a hearty meal without spending hours in the kitchen. It’s quick, easy, and bursting with flavor. Using jarred sauce and canned mushrooms speeds up the preparation process without compromising taste. Pair it with some garlic bread and a crisp salad for a complete meal that will leave everyone satisfied.

Recipe Details:

Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 22 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories per Serving: 328.3
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (based on 14 reviews)

Ingredients:

1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb Italian sausage
1/2 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 bell pepper, diced
3 cups water
2 1/2 cups tomato sauce
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

Cook the Meat Mixture:
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- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, Italian sausage, diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper over medium heat for about 10 minutes. Stir occasionally until the meat is browned.
Drain Excess Fat:
- Once the meat is cooked, drain any excess fat from the skillet.
Add Remaining Ingredients:
- Stir in the water and tomato sauce until well combined.
Boil and Simmer:
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked to your desired texture.
Incorporate Cottage Cheese:
- Stir in the cottage cheese until it’s evenly distributed throughout the skillet.
Top with Cheese:
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the skillet lasagna. Cover the skillet and let it sit until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the cheese is melted, remove the skillet from the heat. Serve the skillet lasagna hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy your quick and delicious meal!

Recipe Variations:

Skillet Pizza Lasagna: For a fun twist, substitute 2 15 oz cans of pizza sauce for the tomato sauce and add 1/2 cup diced pepperoni to the meat mixture. Follow the remaining steps as instructed above.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 328.3
Fat: 20.8g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 66.5mg
Sodium: 1218.4mg
Carbohydrates: 11.1g
- Fiber: 2.1g
- Sugar: 7g
Protein: 24.7g

Keywords:

Meat, Less than 60 Minutes, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive

Notes:

This Skillet Lasagna recipe is incredibly versatile. Feel free to customize it with your favorite ingredients such as different types of cheese, additional vegetables, or even a sprinkle of herbs and spices to suit your taste preferences. Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or a cozy night in, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite in your kitchen. Enjoy! 🍽️🥗🍞