Million Dollar Lasagna
Rich, Cheesy, Irresistible
Craving the ultimate comfort dish? This Million Dollar Lasagna is a layered masterpiece of creamy ricotta, savory meat sauce, and gooey melted cheese. It’s rich, satisfying, and perfect for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings. One bite, and you’ll know why it’s worth every “penny”!
Ingredients
Meat Sauce:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cheese Filling:
- 16 oz ricotta cheese
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
- 1 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Assembly:
- 12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella (for topping)
Instructions
1. Make the Meat Sauce
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Add onion and garlic; sauté 2–3 minutes. Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
⏱️ Cooking Time: 15 minutes
2. Mix the Cheese Filling
In a bowl, combine ricotta, 1½ cups mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and well blended.
⏱️ Mixing Time: 5 minutes
3. Assemble the Lasagna
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a greased 9×13″ baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce. Layer with 4 noodles, one-third of the cheese mixture, and one-third of the meat sauce. Repeat twice. Finish with the remaining meat sauce.
⏱️ Assembling Time: 10 minutes
4. Top with Cheese
Evenly sprinkle 2 cups of shredded mozzarella over the top.
⏱️ Topping Time: 2 minutes
5. Bake
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 20 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
⏱️ Baking Time: 45 minutes
6. Rest and Serve
Let sit for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy the cheesy, savory magic!
⏱️ Resting Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 20 min | Bake Time: 45 min | Total Time: 1 hr 15 min
Servings: 8 | Calories: ~350 kcal per serving
