Cheeseburger Lasagna

This cheeseburger lasagna is a real crowd favorite! Both flavors of lasagna and cheeseburgers combined make for a wonderful casserole! If you’re searching for an easy cheeseburger lasagna for beginners, you’re in the right spot.

This dish only requires 15 minutes of prep time and approximately 45 minutes of cook time. In less than an hour, you’ll have a unique, cheeseburger-based lasagna that will be hard to keep if you have a household of big eaters!

If you’ve been searching for the best homemade cheeseburger lasagna ideas, look no further. This simple cheeseburger lasagna meal pairs well with an appetizing Big Mac salad or a refreshing cucumber and tomato salad. You can also pair this casserole with hearty potatoes or a sheet pan dish including your favorite veggies (such as broccoli, asparagus, tomatoes, peppers, and onions). It’s so versatile you can heat it up during a busy weeknight or as the weekend rolls in.

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Be sure to scroll down and check the recipe card for this amazing cheeseburger lasagna dish for full ingredients and instructions.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• This recipe uses simple ingredients and a classic combination of noodles, cheeses, beef, and sauce–perfect for any mid-week meal or savory weekend dinner!
• You can create this quick cheeseburger lasagna recipe in a flash. All it requires is 15 minutes of prep time! In an hour, you’ll have yourself an appetizing lasagna that everyone enjoys.
• This family friendly cheeseburger lasagna is kid-tested and approved! With basic ingredients, you’ll be sure to impress the entire family, even those with pickier eaters at home.
• It’s extremely versatile, regardless of the types of cheese or sauce you have available in your pantry and refrigerator.

Prep Time: 15 minutes – Cook Time: 40-45 minutes – Servings: 8

Ingredients For Cheeseburger Lasagna:

2 lb. Ground beef

3 C. Pasta or tomato sauce divided

12 Lasagna noodles cooked to al dente

2 C. Shredded provolone cheese

2 C. Shredded cheddar cheese

Salt and pepper to taste

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

Ground beef: When making this best cheeseburger lasagna recipe, you can swap the ground beef for lean beef (90/10), or for ground turkey. If you’re in need of a healthy cheeseburger lasagna version, we highly recommend ground turkey for reduced fat and less grease.

Provolone and cheddar cheese: While these two cheeses are perfect for a rich cheeseburger lasagna, you can swap them for other cheeses, such as Italian blends or mozzarella. If you prefer a spicy kick with your cheeseburger lasagna, swap the provolone for Monterey Jack or pepper jack, instead. Adding a bit of goat cheese will elevate this lasagna and add a creamy touch to it. For an even more lasagna taste, try adding ricotta to this instead of the cheddar.

Tomato Sauce: Swap the tomato sauce for a classic meat sauce if you prefer a hearty, savory, and less tangy taste.

Lasagna Noodles: If you’re searching for a low-carb version of this recipe, you can find low-carb or alternative lasagna noodles from chickpea and various proteins for a healthier, lower-carb twist.

How to Make It

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. While your oven is preheating, you can begin preparing the lasagna in your baking or casserole dish.

Step 2. Add ½ cup of your preferred tomato or meat sauce to the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish.

Step 3. Layer 4 of the lasagna noodles on the sauce.

Step 4. Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until completely browned. Browning the meat on medium-high heat will help add tremendous flavor to your lasagna once the ingredients are cooked together. Drain any excess fat and season with salt and pepper. Draining the grease and excess fat will preserve the lasagna texture we all love. Excess grease can cause your lasagna to fall apart or your mixture to feel too greasy and full of liquid.

Step 5. Mix 2 cups of the sauce in with the cooked beef.

Step 6. Spread half of the meat mixture on the lasagna noodles in the casserole dish.

Step 7. Sprinkle with ⅓ of your preferred cheeses.

Step 8. Add another layer of lasagna noodles, followed by the other ½ of the meat and ⅓ of the cheese.

Step 9. Place one more row of lasagna noodles on top and cover with the remaining sauce and cheese.

Step 10. Bake for 30 minutes. Once the lasagna is cooked through, broil for 1 to 2 minutes on high for a golden brown crust (optional).

Serve & enjoy! Let us know how it came out on the comments below!

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Tips for Success

Use freshly grated cheese whenever you’re making a lasagna or casserole. Freshly grated cheese typically melts better than packaged shredded cheese (which contains various preservatives). If you don’t have a block of cheese on hand, packaged cheese will still work for this recipe.

Bake uncovered and broil for additional browning and flavoring—perfect for a cheesy lasagna!

Storage & Reheating

You can store leftovers of this cheeseburger lasagna for up to 3 to 4 days in your refrigerator using airtight containers or Tupperware.

It’s possible to freeze your lasagna in individual portions using Tupperware designed for freezing. Freeze up to 2 months in your freezer.

To reheat, remove from refrigerator or freezer and allow the lasagna to come close to room temperature. You can reheat your entire lasagna in its original baking dish or in a separate pan for single servings. Reheat at 350 degrees Fahrenheit in your oven for 10-15 minutes. You can also microwave your cheeseburger lasagna for 2-3 minutes per serving.

Serving Suggestions

Try serving this lasagna with a watercress salad or a pasta pesto salad (for a lighter side). You can also make your very own homemade cheesy garlic breadsticks or easy cheesy breadsticks if you’re having an Italian-themed dinner with your family! Pairing this cheeseburger lasagna with delicious sides is a breeze, as most sides go well with this hearty dish.

Notes

This easy cheeseburger lasagna for beginners is perfect for anyone who loves to cook and those who need quick, delicious, nutritious meals for their family during the week!

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