Description
This Skillet Lasagna with Sausage and Beef is a delicious one-pan Italian-American meal combining savory Italian sausage, ground beef, tender lasagna noodles, and layers of creamy cheeses. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a convenient and hearty dish perfect for a quick family dinner. The noodles cook directly in the skillet with marinara sauce for a comforting, cheesy, and flavorful lasagna experience without the need for oven baking.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1/2 pound Italian sausage
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Sauces
- 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup water
Pasta
- 8 ounces uncooked lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
Cheeses
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Garnish
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the meat and aromatics: In a large oven-safe skillet or deep sauté pan over medium heat, add the Italian sausage, ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the meat is browned and fully cooked through, stirring occasionally. Once cooked, drain off any excess fat.
- Add sauce, noodles, and seasoning: Stir in the marinara sauce, water, broken lasagna noodles, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer the noodles: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover the skillet and let it cook for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook until the noodles are tender and have absorbed the flavors of the sauce.
- Add cheeses and finish cooking: Drop spoonfuls of ricotta cheese evenly over the noodle mixture. Then sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses over the top. Cover again and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly browned.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped fresh basil or parsley over the lasagna. Serve hot directly from the skillet for a comforting and easy meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for a lighter version of this dish.
- For extra flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes for a bit of heat or a splash of red wine to the marinara sauce.
- This recipe eliminates the need for oven baking, making it perfect for a quick one-pan meal.
- Make sure to stir occasionally while simmering so the noodles cook evenly and don’t stick to the pan.
