Cheesy Burger Bacon Lasagna (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meat & Proteins
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1 lb (450 g) ground beef
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6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
→ Sauce Base
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4 tablespoons butter
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4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups (480 ml) whole milk
→ Cheese
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1 cup (100 g) grated Parmesan cheese
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2 cups (200 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup (50 g) ricotta cheese (optional)
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
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1 small onion, finely diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
→ Pasta
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12 lasagna noodles, cooked according to package instructions
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt and pepper, to taste
# Instructions:
01 -
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat and drain excess fat. Add onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika. Cook until onions are soft, then stir in crumbled bacon and season.
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Melt butter in a saucepan, stir in flour to make a roux. Gradually whisk in milk until thickened. Remove from heat, add Parmesan and garlic powder, then season with salt and pepper.
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Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch dish and spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom. Layer 3 lasagna noodles, then meat, sauce, and cheese.
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Repeat layering process with remaining ingredients, finishing with a generous cheese layer on top.
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Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 10-15 minutes more until cheese is golden and bubbly. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
# Notes:
01 -
Add sliced pickles between layers for authentic cheeseburger flavor
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Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated - add 10 minutes to baking time if cold