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Cream Cheese Lasagna

Cream Cheese Lasagna

The ultimate comfort food, Cream Cheese Lasagna is creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-satisfying. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy evening in, this easy weeknight dinner will become a family favorite. Make it tonight!
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds Ground beef
  • 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 6-ounce can Tomato paste
  • 1 14.5-ounce can Petite diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 14.5-ounce can Stewed tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 15-ounce can Tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Pepper
  • 9 Lasagna noodles
  • 1 8-ounce package Cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup Cottage cheese or ricotta cheese
  • 2 large Eggs
  • ½ cup Pepperoni slices
  • 3 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley

Equipment

  • 9×13 inch baking dish

Method
 

  1. Start by placing a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a wooden spoon. Once it’s no longer pink, drain any grease and return the skillet to heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, then stir in the tomato paste, petite diced tomatoes, stewed tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Season with dried oregano, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 25 to 30 minutes. While the sauce simmers, cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions and drain. Mix together cream cheese, cottage cheese (or ricotta), and eggs in a bowl until smooth. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. Layer the ingredients starting with sauce, then noodles, the cheese mixture, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers, finishing with sauce and cheese on top. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes, uncovering for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze Cream Cheese Lasagna before baking. Just wrap it tightly and it can last up to 3 months.
  • Tip 3: Serve it with a side salad and garlic bread for a great meal.
  • Tip 4: For a little extra heat, consider adding some crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce!
  • Tip 5: Feel free to mix different cheeses in the layers for a unique twist.