Description
Million Dollar Lasagna is a decadent pasta masterpiece, known for its rich, creamy layers and indulgent flavors. This iconic Italian dish is a true comfort food classic.
Ingredients
- For the Meat Sauce:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp 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
1. Brown the ground beef and Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks.
2. Drain excess fat from the pan.
3. Add diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
5. Stir in marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, and Italian seasoning.
6. Let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes.
7. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta or cottage cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, and egg.
8. Whisk until smooth and well-combined.
9. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
11. Spread a layer of meat sauce in a baking dish.
12. Add a layer of noodles followed by a layer of the cheese mixture.
13. Repeat layers until ingredients are used up, ending with meat sauce and mozzarella on top.
14. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
15. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
16. Let rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Allowing the lasagna to rest before serving helps the layers set and flavors develop.
Pairs well with a fresh green salad and red wine.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 70