Here’s a quick and delicious recipe for Easy Skillet Lasagna with Cottage Cheese. This one-pan dish delivers all the classic lasagna flavors with a fraction of the prep time!
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Cook the meat:
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add onion and garlic:
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is softened and fragrant.
- Add tomatoes and seasoning:
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Add the noodles:
- Stir in the broken lasagna noodles, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce. Cover the skillet and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the noodles are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Add cheese:
- Once the noodles are cooked, stir in the cottage cheese. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top. Cover and cook for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve:
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Serve hot.
Tip:
For extra flavor, you can add some chopped bell peppers or mushrooms along with the onions. This dish pairs well with a side salad and garlic bread.
Enjoy your Easy Skillet Lasagna with Cottage Cheese—a simple and satisfying meal that brings all the comfort of traditional lasagna to your table with less fuss!