Lazy Lasagna in a Bowl Recipe

Name: Lazy Lasagna in a Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or hot); 1 tablespoon butter; 8 ounces button mushrooms, thinly sliced; 2 zucchini, chopped; 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning; 1 (796 ml) can diced tomatoes; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 cup 10% half-and-half cream; 2 cups water; ¾ cup baby shell pasta; salt; ¾ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded) or ¾ cup provolone cheese (shredded)

Servings: persons

1 lb Italian sausage (mild or hot)
1 tablespoon butter
8 ounces button mushrooms, thinly sliced
2 zucchini, chopped
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 (796 ml) can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup 10% half-and-half cream
2 cups water
¾ cup baby shell pasta
salt
¾ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded) or ¾ cup provolone cheese (shredded)

1
Remove sausage meat from casings and crumble into large deep pot.
2
Place pot over medum-high heat and cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, for about 5 minutes or until no longer pink.
3
With a slotted spoon, transfer meat into a bowl, discarding any fat left in the pot.
4
Return pot to medium-high heat, and add butter, mushroom, zucchini and italian seasonings.
5
Cook stirrinmg, for about 8 minutes or until no liquid remains from mushrooms.
6
Return meat with any accumulated juices to pot and add tomatoes.
7
Whisk flour into cream and add to pot along with water and pasta.
8
Increase heat to high and bring to a boil.
9
Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occoasonally, for about 10 minutes, or unti pasta is tender, but firm.
10
Season to taste with salt, if using.
11
Dividee cheese amound soup bowls, and ladle soup over top to melt cheese.

496

kcal

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Fat

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or hot), 1 tablespoon butter, 8 ounces button mushrooms, thinly sliced, 2 zucchini, chopped, and more.

Yes, Lazy Lasagna in a Bowl 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!

Lazy Lasagna in a Bowl

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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