Three Cheese Broken Lasagna

Welcome, food enthusiasts and home chefs! Today, we’re going to dive into a deliciously innovative recipe that combines the comfort of traditional lasagna with a quicker, more rustic approach. I present to you: Three Cheese Broken Lasagna. This dish is perfect for those evenings when you crave something warm and satisfying, yet simple enough to prepare without spending hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients:

• 4 garlic cloves
• 1/2 box lasagna noodles
• 2 cups crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 1 handful of basil
• 8 oz. mascarpone cheese
• 8 oz. mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus some for garnish, optional)
• Pinch of salt
• Olive oil
• Pinch of chili flakes

Directions:

1. Prepare Your Ingredients and Tools: Start by activating your broiler to get it hot and ready. Simultaneously, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. This is where you’ll cook the lasagna noodles, but here’s the twist: break the noodles into smaller pieces. This not only speeds up the cooking process but also adds a fun, rustic texture to the dish.
2. Sauce It Up: While waiting for the water to boil, grab a large oven-proof pan and heat it over medium. Pour in the crushed tomatoes seasoned with a pinch of salt. Let the sauce simmer and reduce slightly to concentrate the flavors. Then, stir in whole basil leaves for that fresh, herby punch.
3. Noodle Time: Once your water is boiling, cook the broken lasagna noodles for about 4 minutes. They should be slightly undercooked as they’ll continue to cook in the sauce. Using tongs, transfer the noodles directly from the pot to the tomato sauce, letting some of the starchy water mix in to help thicken the sauce.
4. Cheese, Please: Now comes the fun part—cheese! Remove the pan from the heat. First, take a moment to squeeze and then tear the mozzarella into chunks—it’s surprisingly therapeutic. Drop these chunks into the pan, along with dollops of creamy mascarpone. Sprinkle generously with grated Parmesan, then drizzle with olive oil and a sprinkle of chili flakes for a little kick.
5. Broil to Perfection: Place the pan under the broiler for about a minute, just until the cheese melts beautifully and the top gets a tantalizing golden-brown hue.
6. Serve and Enjoy: Serve your broken lasagna hot right from the oven. For an extra touch of indulgence, garnish with additional grated Parmesan right before serving. This not only enhances the flavor but also adds a lovely visual element to the dish.

This Three Cheese Broken Lasagna is a perfect dish to shake up your usual pasta routine. It’s quick enough for a weeknight meal yet special enough to serve at a casual dinner party. The blend of cheeses provides a creamy, luxurious texture, while the chili flakes add just the right amount of heat to balance the richness.

So grab your ingredients, and let’s make dinner an exciting, cheesy adventure tonight!