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Lazy No Bake Lasagna With A Skillet
"Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne according to package While the pasta is cooking, start browning the beef and onions. Once the beef has browned, toss in the minced garlic. Let is cook for a minute. Pour in the beef broth and crushed tomatoes and let it simmer until the liquid thickens (10 minutes). A minute two before your pasta is done, toss in your baby spinach and drain the water once it has cooked. Add the drained penne and spinach to the skillet with the meat sauce. Add in ricotta. Season with salt and pepper to taste."
NotesWant to make a lasagna but not in the mood for layering and baking? Here's the lazy version using a skillet!
Serves7 People
Preparation Time7 min
Ingredients
- 11 grams 350g of penne pasta (half a bag)
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (15oz)
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cups baby spinach
- salt & black pepper for test
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne according to package directions until al dente.
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While the pasta is cooking, start browning the beef and onions.
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Once the beef has browned, toss in the minced garlic. Let is cook for a minute.
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Pour in the beef broth and crushed tomatoes and let it simmer until the liquid thickens (10 minutes).
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A minute or two before your pasta is done, toss in your baby spinach and drain the water once it has cooked.
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Add the drained penne and spinach to the skillet with the meat sauce. Add in ricotta. Stir together to evenly coat all of the penne.
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