Parmesan Garlic Bacon Lasagna for Creamy Comfort Food
Parmesan Garlic Bacon Lasagna is rich, creamy, and layered with savory meat sauce, smoky bacon, and two cheeses. It’s an easy, indulgent dinner for cozy nights that beginner cooks can master with ease.
Ingredients
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
- 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
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
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef. Add onion and sauté for 4–5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add marinara sauce, bacon, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer 10 minutes.
- In a saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes. Gradually add milk, whisking until thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a layer of meat sauce in a 9×13" dish.
- Add noodles, béchamel, mozzarella, and cheddar. Repeat layers. Top with Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 15 minutes more.
- Rest for 10 minutes before serving your Parmesan Garlic Bacon Lasagna.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for best melting results. For a twist, add sautéed mushrooms or spinach between the layers of your Parmesan Garlic Bacon Lasagna.
Nutrition (estimated per serving)
Calories: 520 | Protein: 28g | Carbs: 37g | Fat: 30g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g
Calories: 520 | Protein: 28g | Carbs: 37g | Fat: 30g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g