Lazy Lasagna

I made this dinner with a bunch of leftovers I had in the fridge.  I have always wanted to find a recipe that was creamy and cheesy but easy. This is the best combination of all the flavors. I was really happy that I used up ingredients I already had in the refrigerator. It’s definitely a frugal meal! Best of all it’s really quick! A lot faster than lasagna and you don’t have to turn on the oven.

Lazy Lasagna
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• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 26 oz Spaghetti Sauce
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, divided
• About 8 oz of cooked spaghetti (or any other pasta would work)
• Salt & pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large skillet, add a little oil and saute the garlic until soft. Add the ground beef and cook until it’s cooked. Drain off grease.
2. Add spaghetti sauce. When it is almost boiling add the ricotta cheese and ¾ cup of mozzarella cheese.
3. When the mixture is almost boiling, add the cooked spaghetti.
4. Sprinkle  the rest of the mozzarella cheese on top.
5. Cover and heat until heated all the way through.
6. Serve with a salad and bread.

You don’t want to add too much pasta or it will become dry. If you are using leftover pasta just add a little at a time until it the right consistency.

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