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Million Dollar Lasagna

Million Dollar Lasagna: Comfort Food Your Family Will Love

Million Dollar Lasagna is a comforting dish that features rich layers of pasta, savory meat sauce, and a delightful cheese blend.
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
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Hearty base for sauce
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Adds savory depth
  • 1 Onion, chopped Aromatic flavor base
  • 3 Garlic cloves, minced Enhances flavor
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes Canned preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Thickens sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Blend of herbs
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper Basic seasonings
For the Cheese Layer
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese (or Cottage Cheese) Creaminess
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Adds stability
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Delightful tanginess
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutty depth
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Gooey top layer
  • 2 Eggs Binds cheese filling
For the Lasagna Structure
  • 12 noodles Lasagna Noodles Opt for no-boil to save time

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Aluminum Foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, brown 1 pound of ground beef and 1 pound of Italian sausage for about 5-7 minutes until no longer pink. Stir in 1 chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, cooking until the onion is translucent. Add 28 ounces of crushed tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, and 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning. Let it simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 15 ounces of ricotta cheese (or cottage cheese if preferred), 8 ounces of cream cheese, 1 cup of sour cream, and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan. Crack in 2 eggs to bind the mixture, then whisk thoroughly until creamy and smooth.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a 9x13 inch baking dish, start with a layer of no-boil lasagna noodles, covering the bottom evenly. Follow with a third of the meat sauce and a generous layer of the cheese mixture. Repeat the layering process twice more—noodles, sauce, cheese—ending with a layer of meat sauce on top. Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded mozzarella across the surface for a deliciously gooey finish.
  4. Cover the assembled lasagna with aluminum foil to prevent sticking. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and continue to bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  5. Once out of the oven, let your Million Dollar Lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes to allow the layers to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This lasagna can easily be made vegetarian by replacing the meat with sautéed mushrooms, zucchini, and bell peppers.

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