Description
A quick and comforting Bowtie Skillet Lasagna made with tender farfalle noodles, lean ground beef, and rich mozzarella cheese simmered in a flavorful Italian sauce. This one-pan dish brings the classic taste of lasagna in a simplified, ready-in-25-minutes skillet meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 10 ounces bowtie (farfalle) noodles
Meat and Seasonings
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mix
Sauces and Cheese
- 1 jar (24 ounces) Ragu Traditional spaghetti sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Boil the noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie (farfalle) noodles and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain the noodles and set aside.
- Cook the ground beef: While the noodles are boiling, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the lean ground beef and cook until browned and no longer pink, stirring occasionally to crumble the meat. Drain excess grease from the skillet.
- Combine noodles and beef with oil: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the ground beef. Pour in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and stir well to coat the noodles and meat evenly.
- Add sauce and seasonings: Stir in the jar of Ragu Traditional spaghetti sauce, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning to the skillet mixture. Mix until everything is well combined.
- Incorporate cheese and sour cream: Add the shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup sour cream to the skillet. Carefully fold these ingredients into the mixture until evenly distributed.
- Simmer on low heat: Reduce the heat to low. Continue cooking and stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the cheese to melt smoothly into the sauce.
- Serve: Once heated through and bubbly, remove from heat and serve hot. Enjoy your hearty and easy Bowtie Skillet Lasagna!
Notes
- Be sure not to overcook the noodles when boiling; they will continue to cook slightly when mixed in the skillet.
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease and make the dish lighter.
- Substitute sour cream with plain Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- For extra veggies, consider adding chopped spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers when cooking the beef.
