Description
Million Dollar Lasagna – A Rich and Creamy Layered Delight! is the ultimate comfort food that transforms any meal into a special occasion. With its inviting layers of creamy ricotta, savory ground beef sauce, and gooey mozzarella cheese, this lasagna is not just a dish; it’s an experience. Perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners, it promises to satisfy even the heartiest appetites. Each bite delivers a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will leave your guests wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 12 ounces tomato paste
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 1 large egg
- Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef with chopped onion and minced garlic until onions are translucent. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and seasonings; simmer for 15 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, and half of the Parmesan cheese.
- In a baking dish, layer meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese repeatedly until ingredients are used.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes until bubbly.
- Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg