Parmesan Garlic Bacon Lasagna (Printer-Friendly)
Rich layers of ground beef, bacon, ranch-Parmesan sauce, and mozzarella baked between tender noodles.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta
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12 lasagna noodles, cooked according to package instructions (stop just shy of al dente)
→ Meat
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1 pound ground beef
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6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
→ Sauces and Dressings
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2 cups marinara sauce
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1/2 cup ranch dressing
→ Cheeses
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
→ Produce and Seasonings
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# Steps to Follow:
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Over medium-high heat, brown ground beef in a large skillet, breaking it into small pieces. Add minced garlic during cooking and continue until beef is fully browned and aromatic, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain excess fat, then stir in marinara sauce. Simmer mixture for 5 minutes.
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In a medium bowl, mix ranch dressing, grated Parmesan cheese, and crumbled bacon until well combined, creating a creamy and flavorful layer.
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Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions, stopping just before al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to halt cooking. Lay noodles flat on a clean towel to prevent sticking.
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Spread a thin layer of beef and marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking. Cover with 4 lasagna noodles, slightly overlapping as needed.
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Distribute half of the remaining beef mixture evenly over noodles. Dollop half of the bacon ranch mixture over the beef and gently spread without mixing layers. Sprinkle with one-third of the mozzarella cheese.
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Add 4 more noodles, then spread remaining beef mixture, followed by remaining bacon ranch mixture, and another third of mozzarella cheese. Top with final 4 noodles and cover with remaining mozzarella cheese.
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Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is golden and bubbly. Internal temperature should reach 165°F.
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Allow lasagna to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing to set layers for clean cuts and optimal texture.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Cook bacon on a wire rack over a baking sheet for crispiness and less grease.
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Undercook noodles slightly so they finish cooking during baking, preventing mushiness.
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Let assembled lasagna sit for 10 minutes before baking to help flavor melding.