One-Skillet Lasagna

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 28 oz crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 cups beef broth
• 6 sheets lasagna noodles
• 15 oz ricotta cheese
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
• ¼ cup fresh basil (optional)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Steps

1. Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it apart, then drain any excess fat and set aside.
2. Add olive oil to the skillet, then sauté chopped onion until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
3. Return the beef to the skillet. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
4. Break lasagna noodles into 2-3 inch pieces and stir them into the sauce. Ensure noodles are mostly submerged. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender and sauce has thickened.
5. Stir in ricotta cheese in dollops, then sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top. Cover and cook for 5 minutes, or until mozzarella is melted and bubbly.
6. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, if desired, before serving directly from the skillet.