Description
Experience the legendary comfort of baked lasagna in a cozy, spoonable format perfect for busy weeknights. This one-pot delight features seasoned ground beef, tender broken lasagna noodles, and a rich tomato base, all finished with a velvety swirl of cottage cheese. It captures deep Italian-inspired flavors, offering a hearty and soul-warming meal that comes together in mere minutes while minimizing cleanup. Ideal for families seeking a nourishing, simple, and intentional dinner that brings everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
4 cups beef broth (halal certified)
8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into 2-inch pieces
1 cup cottage cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil for garnish
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon; drain excess fat.
Stir in the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and beef broth, stirring to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then stir in the broken lasagna noodles.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 12–15 minutes, or until the noodles are al dente and the liquid has thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in the cottage cheese carefully until incorporated.
Ladle into bowls and top with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
Ensure your beef broth is certified halal. You can add extra vegetables like baby spinach or diced zucchini during the last 5 minutes of simmering for added nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; note that noodles will continue to absorb liquid, so add a splash of water when reheating.