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Cheesy Skillet Lasagna

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Yes, it is possible to cook lasagna in a skillet! This recipe looks long, but it goes together very quickly.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. lean ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups uncooked mafalda (mini lasagna noodles)
  • 28 oz. jar spaghetti sauce
  • 1-1/2 cups water
  • 1 cup small curd cottage cheese
  • 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 tsp. dried basil leaves
  • 1/4 tsp. dried oregano leaves
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmean cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese

Preparation:

In heavy skillet, brown ground beef with onions and garlic. Drain thoroughly. Add uncooked noodles, spaghetti sauce and water to meat in skillet. Mix well and bring to a boil, then cover skillet, reduce heat and cook 15-17 minutes until noodles are tender, stirring frequently.

Meanwhile, combine cottage cheese, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, basil, and oregano in a small bowl until blended.

Spoon the cottage cheese mixture evenly over cooked mixture in skillet. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Cover and cook 5 to 7 minutes until cheese is melted and mixture is hot. Remove from heat and uncover. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. 6 servings

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