Million Dollar Lasagna

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Make the Meat Sauce

  • Cook bacon until crisp. Remove and reserve drippings.
  • Sauté onion in bacon fat, then add garlic, tomato paste, and seasoning.
  • Deglaze with wine, then add sausage and sirloin. Cook until browned.
  • Stir in marinara and simmer until thickened. Add bacon back in.

2. Make the Béchamel

  • Melt butter, whisk in flour until golden.
  • Gradually add milk, whisking until smooth and thick.
  • Stir in Parmesan and remove from heat.

3. Assemble the Lasagna

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Spread meat sauce in a 9×13″ dish.
  • Layer noodles, béchamel, ricotta, mozzarella, and meat sauce.
  • Repeat layers, finishing with noodles, meat sauce, and mozzarella.

4. Bake

  • Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake 20 more minutes until bubbly and golden.
  • Let rest 15 minutes before slicing.

🌟 Tips:

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smooth béchamel.
  • Assemble ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
  • Serve with lemon broccolini or a crisp green salad.

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