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One-Pan Sausage and Roasted Pepper Lasagne

One-Pan Sausage and Roasted Pepper Lasagne
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This Easy One-Pan Sausage and Roasted Pepper Lasagne is a comforting and flavorful dish combining spicy Italian sausage, sweet roasted red peppers, and layers of creamy cheeses in a simple one-pan recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, it delivers rich, savory flavors and satisfying textures with minimal cleanup, making dinner both quick and enjoyable.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz Italian Sausage (spicy or mild, casing removed)
  • 1 cup Roasted Red Peppers, chopped
  • 9–12 Lasagne Sheets (no-boil preferred, or regular)
  • 2 cups Crushed Tomatoes (canned or fresh)
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese
  • 1 ½ cups Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Italian Herbs (basil, oregano, thyme mix)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sausage and Aromatics: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large deep pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Crumble in the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
  2. Add Roasted Peppers and Tomatoes: Stir in the chopped roasted red peppers and crushed tomatoes. Season the mixture with Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer gently for approximately 10 minutes to meld the flavors together.
  3. Layer the Lasagne Sheets: Arrange a single layer of lasagne sheets over the sauce in the pan, slightly overlapping them without crowding to prevent sticking. This forms the first pasta layer.
  4. Add Ricotta and Mozzarella: Dollop ricotta cheese evenly across the pasta layer. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the ricotta and gently spread to create creamy layers between the pasta and sauce.
  5. Repeat Layers and Finish Topping: Repeat the layering process (sauce, pasta, ricotta, mozzarella) until ingredients are used up or pan is full. Top the final layer with extra shredded mozzarella and a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Simmer and Serve: Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid or foil and reduce heat to low. Let it cook gently for 25 minutes to soften the pasta and melt the cheese. Remove the cover for the last 5 minutes to allow the top to brown slightly. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use quality Italian sausage with your preferred spice level for best flavor.
  • Roasting the peppers adds a smoky sweetness that enhances the dish.
  • Distribute ingredients evenly in layers to ensure balanced flavor in every bite.
  • No-boil lasagne sheets save time and cook well in the sauce’s moisture.
  • Cooking low and slow helps tenderize pasta and meld flavors without drying.
  • Let lasagne rest 5–10 minutes off heat before slicing to firm layers.
  • Variations include swapping sausage for mushrooms for a vegetarian option or adding extra vegetables like zucchini or spinach.
  • Gluten-free lasagne sheets can be used to adapt for dietary needs.

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