Ingredients:
For the Meat Mixture:
1 lb ground beef
6 slices of bacon, chopped
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup BBQ sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Cheese Mixture:
2 cups ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 large egg
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
For Assembly:
9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
Directions: 1οΈβ£ Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
2οΈβ£ In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels. In the same skillet, add ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and onions are translucent. Drain excess fat.
3οΈβ£ Stir in the BBQ sauce, salt, and pepper into the meat mixture. Remove from heat and set aside.
4οΈβ£ In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, egg, and Italian seasoning. Mix until smooth.
5οΈβ£ Assemble the lasagna: Spread a thin layer of the meat mixture at the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Place 3 lasagna noodles on top. Spread half of the cheese mixture over the noodles, then add half of the meat mixture. Repeat the layers (noodles, cheese mixture, meat mixture). Top with the final layer of noodles.
6οΈβ£ Spread the remaining meat mixture on top, sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, and drizzle extra BBQ sauce over the top.
7οΈβ£ Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Servings: 8
Note About The Recipe:
This BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Lasagna is a delicious twist on traditional lasagna, combining the flavors of a cheeseburger with the comfort of pasta. Itβs perfect for gatherings or a fun family meal, and leftovers (if any!) are just as tasty the next day. Serve it with a side salad or some garlic bread for a complete meal!