Million Dollar Lasagna – A Rich and Creamy Layered Delight!
Indulge in the comfort of Million Dollar Lasagna – A Rich and Creamy Layered Delight! This decadent lasagna is a culinary masterpiece, featuring layers of creamy ricotta cheese, savory ground beef, and gooey mozzarella that create a dish bursting with flavor. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, this rich Italian classic brings warmth to any table. The inviting aroma and impressive presentation will surely impress your guests while satisfying their appetites. Plus, it’s simple to prepare and can be made ahead for hassle-free entertaining. Enjoy this comforting meal today!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 12 ounces tomato paste
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Lasagna noodles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions; drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef with onion and garlic. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, and half of the Parmesan cheese.
- In a baking dish, layer meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella three times; finish with noodles on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; uncover and bake another 20 minutes until golden.
- Let cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 200g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg