Ingredients:
- 1 box lasagna noodles, boiled
- 2 lb ground beef
- 1 pack bacon, cooked until crisp
- 1 jar marinara sauce
- 1 tub ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Beef
Season the ground beef with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Form into thin patties and cook in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
2. Cook the Bacon
Cook the bacon in a skillet until crisp. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
3. Preheat the Oven
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
4. Start the Layers
Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a deep baking dish.
5. Build the Lasagna
Add a layer of lasagna noodles. Top with cooked beef patties, crumbled bacon, and spoonfuls of ricotta cheese.
6. Repeat Layers
Repeat the layers of noodles, beef, bacon, ricotta, and sauce until the dish is full.
7. Add the Final Topping
Finish with a layer of marinara sauce and a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Bake
Bake for about 40 minutes until hot, bubbly, and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
9. Rest and Serve
Let the lasagna rest for about 15 minutes before cutting and serving.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Rest Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6–8
Serving Suggestion
This rich dish pairs well with a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables to balance the flavors.