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Parmesan Garlic Turkey Bacon Cheeseburger Lasagna

A delicious mashup of flavors combining a cheeseburger and a creamy garlic parmesan lasagna, featuring layers of turkey, turkey bacon, and a blend of cheeses.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Servings 8 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the meat mixture

  • 8 slices turkey bacon Crisp until crunchy, chop before cooking for even distribution.
  • 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean) Provides flavor without excessive fat.
  • 1 medium onion, diced Adds flavor to the meat.
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced More can be added for stronger flavor.
  • to taste pinch salt
  • to taste pinch pepper
  • to taste pinch Italian herbs

For the cheese layer

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese For classic burger taste.
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese For stretchiness.
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese For a nutty, salty kick.
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Optional, dollop in layers.

For the sauce

  • 1 jar marinara sauce Base of the lasagna sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise Adds creaminess.
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup Brings in the burger flavor.
  • 1 clove garlic, minced Enhances sauce flavor.

For assembly

  • 1 box lasagna noodles Cooked according to package instructions.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy, then set aside.
  • In the same pan, brown the ground turkey with diced onions and minced garlic, seasoning with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
  • Once the meat is cooked through, crumble in the crispy bacon and stir.
  • For the sauce base, mix marinara with mayo, ketchup, and an additional clove of minced garlic.

Assembly

  • Spread a bit of sauce in a 9x13 baking dish.
  • Lay down the first layer of cooked lasagna noodles.
  • Top with the meat mixture, dollop with ricotta cheese if using, and sprinkle with the cheese blend.
  • Repeat layers, ending with pasta topped with sauce and a generous handful of all three cheeses.

Baking

  • Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake another 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  • Let sit for 10 minutes before cutting for clean slices.

Notes

For variations, add chopped jalapeños or caramalized onions for a twist. This can be made ahead and stored in the fridge or frozen for later use.
Keyword cheeseburger lasagna, comfort food, easy dinner, Lasagna Recipe, Turkey Bacon