Skillet Lasagna

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 28 oz crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1½ cup beef broth
• 6 sheets lasagna noodles
• 15 oz ricotta cheese
• 1½ cup mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (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 excess fat and set aside.
2. Add olive oil to the same skillet, then sauté chopped onion until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and oregano, cooking for 1 minute more.
3. Return beef to the skillet. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, 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, or until noodles are tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
5. While noodles cook, combine ricotta cheese, half of the Parmesan, and half of the mozzarella in a small bowl.
6. Uncover the skillet. Drop spoonfuls of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, then sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
7. Cover again and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until cheeses are melted and bubbly. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.