Frying Pan Lasagna Recipe

Name: Frying Pan Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 ounce spaghetti sauce mix (whatever size they come in); 1 lb cream-style cottage cheese (full-fat is best); 3 cups broad egg noodles, uncooked; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1 teaspoon basil; 1 small bay leaf, crushed; 28 ounces tomatoes; 5 1/2 ounces tomato paste (small can); 1 cup water; 12 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut in slices (I use a mozarella ball)

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef
1 tablespoon butter
1 ounce spaghetti sauce mix (whatever size they come in)
1 lb cream-style cottage cheese (full-fat is best)
3 cups broad egg noodles, uncooked
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1 small bay leaf, crushed
28 ounces tomatoes
5 1/2 ounces tomato paste (small can)
1 cup water
12 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut in slices (I use a mozarella ball)

1
Melt butter in a heavy frying pan (or electric skillet). Brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a fork and spreading over the pan.
2
Sprinkle with half the dry spaghetti sauce mix.
3
Spoon on the cottage cheese.
4
Top with the noodles.
5
Sprinkle with remaining sauce mix, salt, oregano, basil & bay leaf.
6
Combine the tomatoes, paste and water & pour over.
7
Bring to a boil, lower heat, cover and simmer until noodles are tender - about 40 minutes. You may need to add a bit more water as needed during cooking (this seems to happen more when you make it stovetop).
8
Top with strips of mozarella cheese, let soften & serve.

1721

kcal

Calories

Fat

148

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 ounce spaghetti sauce mix (whatever size they come in), 1 lb cream-style cottage cheese (full-fat is best), and more.

Yes, Frying Pan Lasagna falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Frying Pan Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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