Description
Million dollar lasagna promises a luxurious twist on classic Italian comfort food. Layers of rich cheese, savory meat, and perfectly seasoned sauce create an irresistible dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (1 lb) lean ground beef
Cheeses:
- 2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Remaining Ingredients:
- 9 lasagna noodles (traditional or no-boil)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3 cups tomato sauce
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Set oven temperature to 375F (190C) for optimal lasagna baking.
- Prepare lasagna noodles according to package directions, ensuring they reach al dente texture. Spread noodles on parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Heat skillet over medium flame and thoroughly brown ground beef. Eliminate excess grease through draining. Incorporate tomato sauce and Italian seasoning, allowing mixture to simmer and develop rich flavors for 10 minutes.
- Create creamy ricotta filling by combining ricotta cheese, beaten egg, half the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until achieving a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Grease baking dish and construct strategic layers: begin with meat sauce, followed by noodles, then ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat layering process until all ingredients are incorporated.
- Finish lasagna with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese as the crowning layer. Shield with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for additional 15 minutes until cheese melts and edges become golden and bubbly.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs like basil or parsley for a burst of flavor that elevates the traditional lasagna taste.
- Consider substituting ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for a healthier protein option.
- Ensure noodles are completely covered with sauce to prevent drying out during baking, creating a perfectly moist lasagna.
- Allow lasagna to rest for 10-15 minutes after baking to help layers set and make cutting easier, resulting in cleaner and more attractive slices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg