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Million Dollar Italian Lasagna

Indulge in Million Dollar Italian Lasagna for Cozy Nights

Experience the delightful layers of Million Dollar Italian Lasagna, perfect for cozy dinners and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 large Onion Chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey.
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Choose between mild or hot.
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes Canned are fine for convenience.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Thickens the sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Optional, to balance acidity.
  • 2 teaspoons Dried Basil Or use fresh for more flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Can substitute with individual herbs.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper To taste.
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Can substitute with cottage cheese.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can replace with cream cheese.
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with flaxseed meal for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley Fresh.
For the Lasagna Layers
  • 12 ounces Lasagna Noodles Can use traditional or gluten-free.
  • 4 cups Mozzarella Cheese Shredded.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For brushing the top.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Heat a splash of olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Add ground beef and Italian sausage, cook until browned and drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, dried basil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, sour cream, egg, grated Parmesan, and chopped parsley until smooth.
  6. Layer in the baking dish: meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, meat sauce, and mozzarella. Repeat layers ending with noodles and cheeses on top.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Allow to rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with a crisp Caesar salad or garlic bread for an unforgettable meal. Great for freezing leftovers!

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