Name: Parmesan Garlic Bacon Cheeseburger Lasagna Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (80/20); 1 small onion, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup crispy cooked bacon, crumbled; 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; ½ tsp smoked paprika; Salt & pepper to taste; 3 tbsp unsalted butter; 3 tbsp all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole milk; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tsp garlic powder; Salt & pepper to taste; 12 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente; 2 cups shredded mozzarella; 1 cup shredded cheddar; ½ cup grated Parmesan (for topping); 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Description

This parmesan garlic bacon cheeseburger lasagna recipe is a mouthwatering mashup that combines the best of two worlds—cheeseburgers and lasagna.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Meat Sauce:

1 lb ground beef (80/20)

1 small onion, diced

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup crispy cooked bacon, crumbled

1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce

1 tsp Italian seasoning

½ tsp smoked paprika

Salt & pepper to taste

For the Parmesan Garlic Béchamel:

3 tbsp unsalted butter

3 tbsp all-purpose flour

2 cups whole milk

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tsp garlic powder

Salt & pepper to taste

For Assembly:

12 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente

2 cups shredded mozzarella

1 cup shredded cheddar

½ cup grated Parmesan (for topping)

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Meat Sauce

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 4–5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute. Add marinara, crumbled bacon, Italian seasoning, paprika, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes. Set aside.

2. Make the Parmesan Garlic Béchamel

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to eliminate the raw taste. Slowly whisk in milk and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in Parmesan and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.

3. Assemble the Lasagna

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a 9×13” baking dish, spread a layer of meat sauce. Top with lasagna noodles, then a layer of béchamel, mozzarella, and cheddar. Repeat layers, finishing with cheese on top. Sprinkle with Parmesan.

4. Bake and Rest

Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake uncovered for 15 more minutes until bubbly and golden. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Make It Spicy: Add crushed red pepper or jalapeños to the meat sauce.

Low-Carb Option: Use zucchini noodles in place of lasagna noodles.

Prep Ahead: Assemble the lasagna a day in advance and bake when ready.

Freeze for Later: Wrap tightly and freeze unbaked. Defrost in the fridge and bake as directed.

Prep Time: 30
Cook Time: 45
Category: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 8–10 servings
Calories: 490 kcal
Sugar: 5g
Fat: 29g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g

Keywords: Parmesan Garlic Bacon Cheeseburger Lasagna