BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Lasagna (Print Format)
A baked dish layering ground beef, bacon, cheeses, and BBQ sauce for smoky, rich flavors.
# Ingredients:
→ Meat Layer
01 -
1 lb ground beef
02 -
1 cup diced cooked bacon (about 6 slices)
03 -
1 small onion, finely chopped
04 -
2 cloves garlic, minced
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0.5 cup BBQ sauce
06 -
1 tsp smoked paprika
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0.5 tsp salt
08 -
0.25 tsp black pepper
→ Cheese Mixture
09 -
1 cup ricotta cheese
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1 large egg
11 -
1 tsp Italian seasoning
→ Lasagna Layers
12 -
9 cooked lasagna noodles
13 -
1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
14 -
1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
15 -
0.5 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
→ Topping
16 -
0.25 cup BBQ sauce
17 -
2 tbsp diced green onions (optional)
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
02 -
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef, breaking into crumbles. Add cooked bacon, onion, and garlic; sauté until onion is soft, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper; simmer 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
03 -
Combine ricotta cheese, egg, and Italian seasoning in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and set aside.
04 -
Spread a thin layer of meat mixture on bottom of baking dish. Arrange 3 lasagna noodles on top. Spread one-third of ricotta mixture over noodles, then one-third of the meat mixture. Sprinkle with one-third of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses. Repeat layering two more times, finishing with cheese on top.
05 -
Cover dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
06 -
Remove foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
07 -
Drizzle BBQ sauce over the top and sprinkle with green onions if desired. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
# Tips:
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Variations include using smoked Gouda or pepper jack cheese for different flavor profiles; substituting ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner alternative. Store leftovers refrigerated up to 3 days.