Ultimate Bacon Cheeseburger Lasagna (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meat and Protein
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450 g lean ground beef (90/10)
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8 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
→ Dairy
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425 g whole milk ricotta cheese
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340 g shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
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240 ml whole milk
→ Vegetables and Aromatics
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1 yellow onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Sauces and Soups
08 -
300 g condensed cheddar cheese soup
09 -
300 g condensed cream of bacon soup
→ Staples and Seasoning
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 tablespoon yellow mustard
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Pasta
14 -
255 g oven-ready lasagna noodles
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 190°C. Lightly grease a large sheet pan (approximately 33x46 cm) to prevent sticking.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the meat is browned and the onion is tender, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
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Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from the heat and set aside.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the cheddar cheese soup, milk, onion powder, yellow mustard, salt, and black pepper until completely smooth.
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In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta cheese and cream of bacon soup, mixing thoroughly until well incorporated.
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Spread one-third of the cheddar cheese sauce evenly over the base of the prepared sheet pan.
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Place a single layer of oven-ready lasagna noodles over the cheese sauce. Spread half the ricotta mixture on the noodles, spoon half the beef mixture on top, then sprinkle with 115 g shredded cheddar cheese.
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Top with another layer of noodles, spread over the remaining ricotta mixture, add the rest of the beef, and cover with the remaining cheddar cheese sauce, spreading it evenly across the surface.
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Cover the pan securely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
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Remove foil. Distribute the remaining 230 g shredded cheddar cheese and all of the crumbled bacon evenly over the top.
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Return pan to oven and bake uncovered for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown. Remove from oven and let rest for 10–15 minutes to set the layers before slicing and serving.
# Notes:
01 -
Letting the assembled dish rest after baking is important for clean, intact slices and optimal presentation.
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For superior melting, grate cheddar from a block rather than using pre-shredded varieties containing anti-caking agents.
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The final uncovered baking period ensures the cheese topping browns beautifully and bacon remains crisp.
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To modify for a lighter meal, consider substituting ground beef with lean ground turkey or chicken.
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For unique flavor, alternative cheeses such as Monterey Jack or provolone may be used.
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Cream of mushroom or chicken soup can replace cream of bacon if needed, though the subtle smoky profile will vary.