If you love pizza and lasagna, why not combine them into one irresistible dish? This Pizza Lasagna is the perfect fusion of flavors, layering all the classic pizza toppings with the cheesy goodness of lasagna. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make and customizable to your taste!
Ingredients
- Lasagna Noodles: 12 sheets, cooked and drained
- Ground Beef: 1 lb
- Pepperoni: 1 cup, sliced
- Pizza Sauce: 2 cups
- Mozzarella Cheese: 2 cups, shredded
- Parmesan Cheese: 1/2 cup, grated
- Ricotta Cheese: 1 1/2 cups
- Bell Peppers: 1 cup, diced
- Onion: 1, diced
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Olive Oil: 2 tbsp
- Italian Seasoning: 1 tbsp
- Salt & Pepper: To taste
- Fresh Basil: For garnish
Execution
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while you gather the ingredients and cook the lasagna noodles.
Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the diced onion and garlic until softened. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Drain any excess fat.
Assemble the First Layer: Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Add a layer of lasagna noodles, followed by ricotta cheese, the cooked ground beef mixture, sliced pepperoni, diced bell peppers, and mozzarella cheese.
Build the Remaining Layers: Repeat the layers of noodles, sauce, ricotta, toppings, and cheese until all ingredients are used. Finish with a generous layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
Bake the Lasagna: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let it Rest and Serve: Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.
Additional tips
- Customize Your Toppings: Feel free to add your favorite pizza toppings like mushrooms, black olives, or sausage.
- Make it Spicy: Add red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños for a spicy kick.
- Make Ahead: You can assemble the lasagna the night before and refrigerate it, then bake when ready.
