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Million Dollar Lasagna Recipe

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Indulge in this luxurious Million Dollar Lasagna recipe, featuring layers of rich meat sauce, creamy cheese, and perfectly cooked lasagna noodles.

Ingredients

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For the Meat Sauce:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 lb Italian sausage
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Creamy Cheese Layer:

  • 2 cups ricotta cheese or cottage cheese
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

For the Pasta Layer:

  • 12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained (or no-boil noodles)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meat Sauce: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, Italian sausage, onion, and garlic until browned. Add marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Make the Creamy Cheese Layer: In a bowl, mix ricotta/cottage cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, egg, Parmesan cheese, and 1 cup of mozzarella.
  3. Assemble the Lasagna: Layer meat sauce, noodles, and cheese mixture in a baking dish. Repeat layers, ending with cheese on top.
  4. Bake: Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 30 minutes. Uncover, sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top, and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  5. Rest and Serve: Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • You can customize the meat sauce by adding mushrooms, bell peppers, or other vegetables.
  • For a lighter version, use turkey or chicken instead of beef and sausage.
  • Consider adding fresh herbs like basil or parsley for extra flavor.

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