Parmesan Garlic Bacon Lasagna (Print Version)
Creamy béchamel, crispy bacon, and Parmesan layered with noodles for a hearty, flavorful baked dish.
# Ingredients:
→ Meat Sauce
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1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
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1 small onion, diced
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
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24 ounces marinara sauce
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt to taste
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Black pepper to taste
→ Parmesan Garlic Béchamel
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups whole milk
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1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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2 teaspoons garlic powder
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Salt to taste
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Black pepper to taste
→ Assembly
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12 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
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2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
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1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
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0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated, for topping
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
# Steps:
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In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 4 to 5 minutes. Incorporate minced garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in marinara sauce, crumbled bacon, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in all-purpose flour and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually add whole milk, whisking constantly, and cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Add grated Parmesan and garlic powder, stir to combine, and season with salt and black pepper. Remove from heat.
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Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spread a layer of the meat sauce into the bottom of a 9 by 13 inch baking dish. Place a layer of cooked lasagna noodles on top, followed by a portion of béchamel, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Repeat these layers, ending with mozzarella and cheddar on top. Finish with grated Parmesan cheese.
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Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking uncovered for 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling. Allow the lasagna to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.
# Notes:
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Let the lasagna rest before slicing to help set the layers and make serving easier.