If you're looking for a crowd-pleaser that screams comfort food, this Million Dollar Lasagna is the answer! It's cheesy, hearty, and absolutely delicious. 🍝❤️
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground chicken sausage
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- Lasagna noodles
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
1. First things first, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). We want it nice and hot!
2. Grab a large skillet and brown the ground beef and chicken sausage over medium heat. Once the meat is browned, toss in the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
3. Stir in the marinara sauce and diced tomatoes. Let this mixture simmer for about 10 minutes. Your kitchen is going to smell amazing!
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, chopped basil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. This creamy layer is going to take your lasagna to the next level.
5. Now, it’s time to layer! In a baking dish, start with a layer of the meat sauce, then add the lasagna noodles, followed by a layer of that delicious ricotta mixture. Sprinkle some mozzarella cheese over the top.
6. Repeat those layers until you run out of ingredients, making sure to finish with the meat sauce and a generous sprinkle of remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
7. Cover your lasagna with foil and pop it in the oven for 25 minutes. After that, uncover it and let it bake for an additional 15 minutes, until it's golden and bubbly.
8. Patience pays off! Let your lasagna cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy every cheesy, meaty bite!