Easy Skillet Lasagna

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 oz lasagna noodles
• 1 lb ground meat (such as Italian sausage or ground beef)
• 1 jar (24 oz) pasta sauce (your favorite flavor)
• 15 oz ricotta cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground meat with oregano, salt, and pepper until no longer pink.
3. Add the pasta sauce to the cooked ground meat and mix well.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with a few spoonfuls of the pasta sauce mixture to create a creamy sauce.
5. Spread a thin layer of the pasta sauce mixture in the bottom of a large skillet.
6. Arrange the lasagna noodles over the sauce, breaking them to fit if necessary.
7. Spread the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles.
8. Top with the remaining pasta sauce and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and lightly browned.
10. Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 servings total)

• Calories: Approx. 450 calories per serving (based on ingredients listed)
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• This dish is a quick and easy alternative to traditional lasagna, perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
• The use of a skillet allows for a more compact and cozy presentation.
• The dish has a rich and hearty flavor, with the combination of cheese, pasta, and ground meat creating a satisfying meal.

User Comments:

• "This was an easy and tasty dish to make! My family loved it."
• "The flavors were great, and it was so comforting to have a hot meal like this on a cold night."
• "I added some extra spices to kick up the flavor, and it was delicious."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use a large enough skillet to accommodate all the ingredients.
• This dish can be easily customized by adding other vegetables or meats to suit your tastes.
• Use fresh ingredients for best results, especially the basil for added flavor and freshness.