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Million Dollar Lasagna Recipe

Million Dollar Lasagna Recipe: Creamy Comfort for All Occasions

This Million Dollar Lasagna Recipe delivers a creamy crowd-pleaser that's perfect for any occasion, enriched with layers of rich cream cheese and a delightful blend of cheeses.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey for lighter option.
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Vegetarian equivalent can be crumbled mushrooms.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow onion works best.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 4 cups Marinara Sauce Use your favorite jarred version or homemade.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Creamy Layer
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese At room temperature.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Opt for ricotta if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Chives Chopped.
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Chopped.
For Assembly
  • 9 sheets Lasagna Noodles Consider using oven-ready.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Shredded.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Placed on top before baking.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer or Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat for 6-8 minutes.
  3. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, then add minced garlic and stir.
  4. Stir in marinara sauce, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, then let simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese until smooth, then stir in chives and parsley.
  6. Layer a thin layer of meat sauce in the baking dish, followed by noodles, cream cheese mixture, and cheeses, repeating until all are used.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden.
  8. Let the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Make sure cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing. Customize with vegetables if desired.

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