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Ultimate Comfort Food Mashup

A heartwarming dish that beautifully combines the flavors of lasagna and a cheesy casserole, perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Cheeses
  • 12 oz Lasagna noodles Use regular or no-boil noodles.
  • 15 oz Ricotta cheese
  • 8 oz Mozzarella cheese Shredded
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese Grated, divided
  • 8 oz Cream cheese
Meat and Sauce
  • 1 lb Ground beef or sausage Use a blend for more flavor.
  • 24 oz Marinara sauce
Vegetables and Seasoning
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil For sautéing
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt To taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper To taste
  • 1/4 cup Fresh basil For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; add chopped onion and garlic and sauté until softened.
Cooking the Meat
  1. Add ground beef or sausage to the skillet and cook until browned.
  2. Stir in marinara sauce and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Assembly
  1. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, cream cheese, and half of the Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  2. In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce, then layer noodles, cheese mixture, and another layer of meat sauce.
  3. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of noodles topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
  4. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese on top.
Baking
  1. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  2. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
  3. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

Serve hot with a crisp green salad or garlic bread. For added flavor, provide grated Parmesan and red pepper flakes on the side.