One Pot Lasagna Pasta
A comforting one pot lasagna pasta recipe, perfect for family dinners with minimal prep and clean-up.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz Uncooked Lasagna Noodles, broken Break them into pieces for even cooking.
- 1 lb Ground Beef or Italian Sausage Juicy and full of flavor; feel free to use turkey for a lighter option.
- 1 Medium Onion, Chopped Adds a sweet and aromatic base to your dish.
- 3-4 Cloves Garlic, Minced Garlic elevates everything and adds aroma.
- 2 cups Marinara Sauce Use your favorite store-bought or homemade.
- 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth Adds depth and richness.
- 2 cups Ricotta Cheese Creamy goodness; can substitute with cottage cheese.
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Use part-skim for a healthier option.
- 1 tsp Dried Italian Herbs (Oregano & Basil) For iconic Italian flavors.
- to taste Salt and Pepper Don't forget to season!
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
- Once hot, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add in the minced garlic, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Cooking
- Add the ground beef or Italian sausage to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
- Season with salt, pepper, and dried herbs.
- Stir in the marinara sauce and broth, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the broken lasagna noodles, gently pushing them down into the liquid.
- Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the noodles are tender, remove the pot from heat and stir in the ricotta cheese until creamy and well distributed.
- Top with shredded mozzarella, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
Serving
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if you have it and serve.
Notes
This recipe is versatile. For a vegetarian option, skip the meat and add spinach and mushrooms. Add crushed red pepper flakes for heat, or alternate layers of cheese for extra creaminess.