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A bowl of lasagna stew topped with fresh basil on a decorative tray with a glass of water, and a bowl of grated Parmesan nearby.
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Lasagna Stew

Craving lasagna but short on time? This hearty lasagna stew is a quick and easy one-pot meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Soups & Stews
Cuisine: European / Canadian
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 337kcal
Author: Kelly Neil

Equipment

  • Measuring cups and spoons or digital kitchen scale
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Large pot
  • Rubber spatula or wooden spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 28-oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 28-oz can diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon MSG
  • ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 12 ounces mini lasagna noodles or penne, farfalle, fusilli, or any other short pasta you like
  • 1 cup cottage cheese full fat
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese grated
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • Fresh basil optional for garnish
US cups - Metric grams

Instructions

  • Heat a large pot over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Flatten the ground beef into thin patties and place them directly into the pot. Cook undisturbed until browned on the bottom, 6-8 minutes. Flip and brown the other side.
  • Break the beef into bite-sized chunks. Add the onion and garlic; cook until the onions are translucent, 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the beef broth, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, sugar, MSG, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  • Add the noodles and cook until tender, 12-14 minutes (the time may vary depending on the pasta type).
  • Stir in the cottage cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Cook until heated through. Serve hot with more cheese and fresh basil (optional).

Notes

  • Preheat your pot before adding the beef to ensure proper browning.
  • Drain excess fat from the beef if desired before adding other ingredients.
  • Lasagna stew tastes better the second day after all the flavors have melded.

Storage

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The pasta may absorb some liquid, so you might need to add a splash of broth when reheating.
  • Lasagna stew can be frozen for up to 2 months, but the texture of the pasta may change slightly upon thawing and reheating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 753mg | Potassium: 445mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 164IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 187mg | Iron: 3mg