Easy Dutch Oven Lazy Lasagna

This easy Lazy Lasagna is made in a dutch oven making it the most comforting one pot recipe that your whole family will enjoy. It's super cheesy and is layered in a flavorful meaty turkey ragu that comes together quickly.

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Why this recipe works

This lazy lasagna has all the flavors of a regular lasagna and only uses a few ingredients. It's perfect for weeknight cooking and is very versatile in terms of the type of ground meat. If you want to add more veggies, this lasagna is perfect for that too or simply serve with a fresh green salad as a side.

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Ingredients Notes

• Although this recipes uses ground turkey, you can use ground beef or chicken if that's what you prefer.
• If using ground turkey, aim for 85% lean, 15% fat as a higher fat content results in better flavor compared to fat-free or 90% lean, 10% fat.
• If using ground turkey, you do not need to drain any liquid as you would need to do if using ground beef.
• This recipe uses regular lasagna noodles, you can opt for frozen stuffed ravioli or tortellini and layer it as you would a typical lasagna. This option may even shave off a few extra minutes.
• Feel free to use your favorite jarred marinara or pasta sauce from your local grocery store.
• Grate your own cheese this is one ingredient that we cannot use as a short-cut (pre-packaged shredded cheese contains an ingredient that prevents the cheese from melting nicely).

How to make this Lazy Lasagna

• Boil water and prepare noodles according to instructions. When done, place the noodles in a colander rinse with cold water then drain. Spread the noodles out a bit so they do not stick together.
• Add grape-seed oil to your dutch oven. When the oil is hot, add the ground turkey and seasoning. Move the meat around until just browned.
• Add your favorite jarred marinara or pasta sauce and bring to a gentle boil. Then, lower the heat to a simmer. If sauce is a little too thick for your liking feel free to add a splash or 2 of water or pasta water. Taste and add more kosher salt if needed.
• Once noodles have been drained set several aside to add to the top layer of the lasagna meanwhile cut the other strips into squares. Add the squares to the sauce and stir until they're combined and coated.

• Add a layer of shredded cheese, then top with the long strips of lasagna noodles, and top with another layer of cheese.
• Tear off foil and lightly mist with cooking spray and cover the lasagna with the foil. Place in a preheated oven and bake until bubbling and cheese has melted. Feel free to broil for a minute to brown the top. If you do place under the broiler, do not walk away as the top could burn really fast.
• Pro Tip: Mist the foil with cooking spray to prevent the cheese from sticking to the foil.

FAQs

Expert Tips

• Although this lazy lasagna is a quick and easy recipe and uses short-cuts, it is IMPORTANT that you DO NOT use pre-shredded cheese. Always grate your own cheese.
• Use your favorite cheese that melts really well (you can use one or a combination of (colby-jack, mozzarella, mild cheddar).
• Use a box grater for shredding cheese.
• You can use a dutch oven, cast iron skillet or other oven-safe skillet.
• Do not overcook the lasagna noodles be sure to follow instructions on packaging.
• Allow the lasagna to rest uncovered for at least 7 minutes to prevent it from falling apart as it is cut.
• Make sure the sauce isn't too thin as this can result in a watery lasagna.
• Be sure to taste test the sauce and add more salt if needed before layering.
• If using vegetables, do not use veggies with a high water content and dry them thoroughly to prevent it from becoming runny.
• If you're not into ground turkey, feel free to substitute with ground beef or chicken.

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