Description
Million Dollar Lasagna lives up to its name—rich, cheesy, and layered to perfection. Made with beef, sausage, ricotta, and gooey cheese, this crowd-pleasing dish is the ultimate comfort food for holidays, family dinners, or potlucks. Keyword: Million Dollar Lasagna
Ingredients
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12 lasagna noodles
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1 pound ground beef
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1 pound Italian sausage
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1 onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cups ricotta cheese
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1 egg
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 jar (24-26 oz) marinara or spaghetti sauce
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2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Olive oil, for sautéing
Instructions
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Cook the Noodles:
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Boil lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Cook the Meat:
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In a large skillet, heat a splash of olive oil. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft.
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Add ground beef and Italian sausage; cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
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Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add marinara sauce, simmer for 10 minutes.
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Prepare the Ricotta Mixture:
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In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper.
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Assemble the Lasagna:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Layer noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, meat sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
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Repeat layers, ending with sauce and cheeses on top.
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Bake:
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Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
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Let rest 10–15 minutes before slicing.
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Notes
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Add spinach to the ricotta layer for extra nutrients.
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Use oven-ready noodles for quicker prep.
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Freezes well—make a double batch!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
