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Three-Cheese and Basil Lasagna

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Three-Cheese Basil Skillet Lasagna

Cheese and yummy, especially with homemade pasta
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Inspired by Marley Spoon
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 541kcal

Equipment

  • Large oven-proof skillet / pan (10" or greater)

Ingredients

  • Fresh lasagna sheets
  • 1 oz Parmesan
  • 4 oz mozzarella
  • 12 oz ricotta
  • 22 oz can whole-peeled tomatoes
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 tsp oregano fresh or dry
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 bunch fresh basil lots, for layering

Instructions

  • First, cut the lasagna sheets to fit perfectly in your chosen oven-proof skillet. Place the skillet on top of the noodles and cut them to shape, making sure they fit into the pan; the can go up the sides a little. Set noodles aside.
  • Then, make the sauce. Crush the tomatoes well. Finely chop or smash the garlic. Chop the fresh herbs. Heat 1-2 tbsp oil in the skillet over medium. Add ⅔ of the garlic and cook until it’s golden brown. Add the crushed tomatoes. Add the herbs and red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle boil. Add salt and pepper to taste. Allow to simmer, and season appropriately.
  • While that simmers, grate the Parmesan and mozzarella. To a medium bowl, add the 12 oz ricotta, the parmesan, and half of the grated mozzarella. Season with a bit of salt and pepper. You could also chop up a bit of thyme or oregano to add here. Don’t go overboard.
  • Pre-heat the oven to 450ºF. Separate the basil leaves from the stems, and put near your layering workspace. When the sauce is done, pour into a separate bowl and wipe out the skillet. Then, start making the layers.
  • Start with ¼ cup of sauce on the bottom of the skillet. Add one layer of the noodle sheets. Top with another ¼ cup or so of sauce, then half of the ricotta mix, and then a layer of basil. Add another layer of lasagna, then a bit more sauce, and then the rest of the ricotta mix, and finally another layer of basil. Add one more layer of noodles, the remainder of the sauce (you may also need to leave some extra), and sprinkle the top with mozzarella.
  • Bake on the center rack until it’s done, about 20 minutes. Let sit for 10 minutes after removing from the oven, to let the pasta sheets absorb the remaining liquid. Serve when done.

Nutrition

Calories: 541kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 133mg | Sodium: 613mg | Potassium: 598mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1045IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 490mg | Iron: 5mg
Nutrition Facts
Three-Cheese Basil Skillet Lasagna
Amount Per Serving
Calories 541 Calories from Fat 189
% Daily Value*
Fat 21g32%
Saturated Fat 12g75%
Cholesterol 133mg44%
Sodium 613mg27%
Potassium 598mg17%
Carbohydrates 58g19%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 30g60%
Vitamin A 1045IU21%
Vitamin C 16mg19%
Calcium 490mg49%
Iron 5mg28%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.