Description

Million Dollar Lasagna is the ultimate comfort food that brings layers of flavor and warmth to your table. With tender noodles, savory ground beef, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella, this easy-to-make dish will impress family and friends alike. Perfect for gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, each bite offers a delightful experience that feels like a culinary hug. Dive into this delicious adventure and savor the rich flavors!

Ingredients

Scale

9 lasagna noodles (traditional or no-boil)
1 lb lean ground beef
15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
24 oz marinara sauce
1 tbsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease and mix in dried herbs, salt, and pepper.
In a bowl, blend ricotta cheese with half of the mozzarella cheese and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Assemble by spreading marinara sauce at the bottom of the baking dish. Layer three noodles side-by-side, followed by half of the ricotta mixture, meat sauce, more marinara sauce, and some mozzarella cheese. Repeat layering until all ingredients are used.
Finish with a layer of noodles topped with marinara sauce and remaining mozzarella cheese. Cover with foil and bake for about 25 minutes.
Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 200g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Customize by using ground turkey or adding spinach for added nutrition. Allow cooked lasagna to rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing for cleaner pieces.