Delicious Pizzagna Recipe

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Delicious Pizzagna Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 12, 2024

Pizzagna is a delightful combination of two popular Italian dishes - pizza and lasagna. This dish features layers of pasta, cheese, meat, and marinara sauce, topped with pepperoni and baked to perfection. It's a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone satisfied and asking for more.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jar marinara sauce
  • 1 package lasagna noodles
  • 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Pepperoni slices
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Italian seasoning

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef or sausage over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
  3. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions.
  5. In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  6. In a baking dish, spread a layer of meat sauce, followed by a layer of noodles and cheese mixture. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
  7. Top with pepperoni slices and any remaining cheese.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Pizzagna is a great dish for feeding a crowd or for leftovers the next day.
  • You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite pizza toppings or using different types of meat.
  • This dish freezes well, making it perfect for meal prepping or saving for later.