Million Dollar Lasagna Recipe
Indulge in this rich and cheesy Million Dollar Lasagna, packed with layers of creamy cheese, savory meat sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta! This classic Italian-American dish is perfect for family dinners, holidays, and special occasions.
Ingredients:
For the Meat Sauce:
1 lb ground beef
1 lb Italian sausage
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Creamy Cheese Layer:
2 cups ricotta cheese or cottage cheese
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1 large egg
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
For the Pasta Layer:
12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained (or no-boil noodles)
Instructions:
Prepare the Meat Sauce:
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat.
Add onion and garlic, sautéing until soft.
Stir in marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Make the Creamy Cheese Mixture:
In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, egg, Parmesan, and 1 cup of mozzarella until smooth.
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Assemble the Lasagna:
Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
Place 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce.
Spread 1/3 of the creamy cheese mixture over the noodles.
Add another layer of meat sauce.
Repeat the layers (noodles, cheese mixture, meat sauce) two more times.
Finish with a final layer of noodles, remaining meat sauce, and top with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.
Bake the Lasagna:
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove foil and bake for another 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Rest & Serve:
Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm with garlic bread and a fresh salad.
Cooking Time:
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Perfect for:
Family Dinners
Meal Prep
Comfort Food Lovers
Holiday Gatherings
Try this Million Dollar Lasagna today and enjoy the best homemade baked pasta dish ever!
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