Irresistible Million Dollar Lasagna You Need to Try Tonight
This Million Dollar Lasagna is a crowd-pleaser with layers of rich meat, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella, perfect for any occasion.
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Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 450kcal
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Large pot
- large skillet
- medium bowl
Ingredients
For the Noodles
- 12 pieces lasagna noodles Use regular or no-boil noodles for the best texture
For the Meat Sauce
- 1 pound ground beef Feel free to use leaner cuts if desired
- 1 pound Italian sausage Adds a delightful, spicy kick
- 3 cups marinara sauce Choose a high-quality brand or homemade for best flavor
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Substitute with fresh garlic if preferred
- 1 teaspoon onion powder Enhances the savory depth of the sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Essential for Italian flavor
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
For the Cheesy Filling
- 2 cups ricotta cheese Creamy and rich for texture
- 1 egg Helps bind the filling together
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Use fresh for optimal taste
For the Topping
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Choose whole milk mozzarella for gooey texture
- Fresh basil For garnish (optional)
Instructions
Step‑By‑Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and lay flat.
- Cook the ground beef and Italian sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, about 10 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and marinara sauce to the meat and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom and place 4 lasagna noodles on top.
- Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles and sprinkle a third of the shredded mozzarella on top.
- Continue layering with meat sauce, noodles, and the remaining ricotta mixture. Top with another third of mozzarella cheese.
- Finish all layers with meat sauce on top followed by remaining mozzarella cheese and sprinkle remaining Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 20 minutes.
- Allow lasagna to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Use regular lasagna noodles for best texture; allow resting for better presentation. Customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins as desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1slice | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 2mg