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Cozy Cast Iron Loaded Skillet Lasagna

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A quick and easy skillet lasagna recipe that layers cheesy, meaty goodness in one pan for a comforting dinner perfect for chilly evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef (85% lean preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (basil, oregano, thyme blend)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6–8 no-boil lasagna noodles, broken to fit skillet
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk recommended)
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (about 7 oz)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 1.75 oz)
  • A handful of fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a 10-12 inch cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Stir in minced garlic, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 more minute to release flavors.
  5. Pour in tomato sauce, stir to combine, then simmer for 5 minutes to thicken sauce and meld flavors.
  6. Break no-boil noodles to fit skillet shape. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of the skillet.
  7. Add a layer of noodles, then spoon dollops of ricotta cheese evenly over the noodles.
  8. Sprinkle a generous handful of shredded mozzarella and some Parmesan cheese.
  9. Repeat layering (sauce, noodles, ricotta, cheeses) until ingredients are used, finishing with a top layer of mozzarella and Parmesan.
  10. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  11. Let the skillet lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving to set up and allow flavors to settle.

Notes

Use no-boil noodles to save time and keep layers intact. Rest lasagna after baking for better slicing. Tent with foil if cheese browns too quickly. For a crispy crust, spread cheese evenly and avoid excess sauce pooling. Cast iron skillet preferred for best crust and even cooking.

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