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Parmesan Garlic Bacon Cheeseburger Lasagna

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This Parmesan Garlic Bacon Cheeseburger Lasagna combines the juicy, savory flavors of a bacon cheeseburger with classic cheesy lasagna layers, all smothered in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. It’s the ultimate comfort bake, perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or whenever you need a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 8 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • Pinch of salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
  • 12 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente and drained
  • Nonstick cooking spray or olive oil (for greasing the pan)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions (about 8-10 minutes) until just al dente. Drain and lay flat on a baking sheet to prevent sticking. Toss with a bit of olive oil if desired.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy (6-8 minutes). Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate, reserving about 2 tablespoons bacon fat in the pan.
  3. Add diced onion to the pan and sauté until soft (2-3 minutes). Add garlic and cook another 30 seconds. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (6-8 minutes), breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and half the cooked bacon. Remove from heat.
  4. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden. Slowly pour in milk, whisking constantly. Stir in minced garlic, Italian seasoning, nutmeg (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook until sauce thickens (about 4-5 minutes). Remove from heat and whisk in grated Parmesan until smooth.
  5. In a small bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, and parsley. Stir until fully blended.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spoon a thin layer of garlic Parmesan sauce on the bottom. Layer 4 noodles, half the beef/bacon mixture, half the ricotta mixture, 1/3 of mozzarella and cheddar, and a third of the sauce. Repeat layers: noodles, remaining beef/bacon, remaining ricotta, another third of cheeses, another third of sauce. Finish with final noodles, remaining sauce, last of the cheeses, and remaining bacon.
  7. Cover with foil (spray underside with nonstick spray). Bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake another 15-20 minutes, or until top is golden and bubbly.
  8. Let lasagna rest at least 15 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

For best results, let the lasagna rest before slicing to help the layers set. Shred your own cheese for optimal melt. You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef, or use gluten-free noodles and flour for a gluten-free version. Leftovers taste even better the next day and freeze well for up to 2 months.

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