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Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Oven temperature is crucial for successful baking, as it ensures that your lasagna cake cooks evenly and thoroughly. A properly heated oven will help achieve that golden, bubbly top that we all love in lasagna.

Lasagna Cake Recipe

Discover the mouthwatering world of lasagna cakes, a delicious twist on traditional lasagna that's sure to impress! With layers of pasta, savory meats, creamy cheeses, and rich marinara, this eye-catching dish is perfect for any occasion. Get ready to explore unique flavor combinations and step-by-step instructions for creating your own lasagna cake masterpiece. Ideal for family dinners or special gatherings! #LasagnaCake #ItalianCuisine #FoodieFun #CookingInspiration #YummyRecipes
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Ingredients
  

9-12 lasagna noodles

2 cups ricotta cheese

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese

1 egg (beaten)

2 cups marinara sauce

1 pound ground beef (or Italian sausage)

1 medium onion (finely chopped)

2 cloves garlic (minced)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon dried basil

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

    Prepare the Noodles: Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and lay them flat on a clean kitchen towel.

      Cook the Meat Mixture: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes). Add the ground beef (or sausage) and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary. Stir in marinara sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.

        Mix the Cheese Filling: In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 ½ cups mozzarella, 1 cup Parmesan, and the beaten egg. Mix well and season with salt and pepper.

          Assemble the Lasagna Cake: In a 9-inch round cake pan, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom. Place a layer of lasagna noodles to cover the bottom. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by half of the meat sauce. Repeat the layers: noodles, ricotta mixture, meat sauce. Finish with a layer of noodles topped with marinara sauce.

            Top It Off: Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top of the lasagna cake.

              Bake: Cover the cake pan with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.

                Cool and Serve: Allow the lasagna cake to cool for 15 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Slice like a cake and serve warm.

                  Prep Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes | Servings: 6-8