Saucy Skillet Lasagna
Simple & Delicious
Thanks to no-cook lasagna noodles, this Saucy Skillet Lasagna shared by Meghan Crihfield from Ripley, West Virginia makes a fresh, filling, flavorful and fast entree for any Italian meal.
SERVINGS: 6-8
CATEGORY: Main Dish
METHOD: Stovetop - One-Dish
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1-1/2 cups ricotta cheese
- 4 cups Italian baking sauce
- 1 package (9 ounces) no-cook lasagna noodles
- 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, optional
Directions:
In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in tomatoes. In a small bowl, combine eggs and ricotta cheese.
Return 1 cup meat mixture to the skillet; spread evenly. Layer with 1 cup ricotta mixture, 1-1/2 cups sauce and half of the noodles. Repeat layers. Top with remaining sauce.
Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-17 minutes or until noodles are tender. Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese if desired; let stand for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve immediately. Yield: 6-8 servings. Editor's Note: This recipe was tested with Barilla Al Forno Italian Baking Sauce.