Parmesan Garlic Bacon Cheeseburger Lasagna
A delightful twist on classic lasagna infused with flavors of a cheeseburger, combining crispy bacon, savory beef, and a medley of cheeses layered with marinara sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 9 pieces lasagna noodles Regular or oven-ready according to preference.
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked bacon, chopped Crispy bacon enhances the flavor.
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups marinara sauce Store-bought or homemade.
- to taste Salt and pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped Adds color and freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil water in a large pot and cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat, add minced garlic, salt, and pepper, then sauté for 1-2 more minutes.
- Stir in chopped bacon and Italian seasoning to beef mixture.
- In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese with half of the grated Parmesan until smooth.
Layering
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce at the bottom of a baking dish.
- Place 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce, add half of the ricotta mixture, half of the beef mixture, and a third of the shredded mozzarella. Repeat layers, finishing with remaining noodles topped with marinara.
- Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
Baking
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Serving
- Let sit for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
You can prepare this lasagna a day in advance and store it in the fridge. Combine marinara and beef for added flavor. If freezing, slightly undercook it before freezing.