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Million Dollar Lasagna

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This Million Dollar Lasagna is rich, creamy, and packed with layers of flavor. Featuring a hearty meat sauce, creamy ricotta mixture, and gooey melted cheese, it’s the perfect dish for special occasions, family dinners, or whenever you’re craving something indulgent and satisfying.

Ingredients

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For the Meat Sauce:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb Italian sausage
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Cheese Filling:

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For Assembly:

  • 12 lasagna noodles, cooked to al dente
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or olive oil.
  2. Make the Meat Sauce:
    • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, Italian sausage, and onion until browned. Drain excess grease if necessary.
    • Stir in the garlic, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  3. Prepare the Cheese Filling:
    • In a medium bowl, mix ricotta cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, egg, mozzarella, Parmesan, parsley, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Assemble the Lasagna:
    • Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
    • Add a layer of cooked lasagna noodles, overlapping slightly.
    • Spread 1/3 of the cheese filling over the noodles, followed by 1/3 of the remaining meat sauce.
    • Repeat layers two more times, finishing with a layer of meat sauce on top.
    • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top layer.
  5. Bake the Lasagna:
    • Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
    • Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

  • For extra creaminess, add 1/2 cup heavy cream to the cheese mixture.
  • Use oven-ready lasagna noodles to save time—just skip the boiling step.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven for the best texture.

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