Description
Craving a culinary adventure, bacon lasagna burger brings together Italian and American flavors in one epic sandwich. Layers of crispy bacon, melted cheese, and hearty meat create a mouthwatering experience you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 6 slices bacon
- 1/4 lb lasagna noodles
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 egg
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 2 burger buns
Instructions
- Prepare lasagna noodles according to package instructions, cooking until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Crisp bacon in a skillet over medium heat until golden and perfectly rendered. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess grease.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef with minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix without overworking the meat.
- Form two substantial burger patties, creating a slight indentation in the center to prevent bulging during cooking.
- Whisk ricotta cheese with egg, creating a smooth, creamy mixture for layering.
- Preheat a grill or heavy skillet to medium-high heat (approximately 375°F).
- Cook burger patties for 4-5 minutes per side, achieving a perfect medium doneness.
- Layer one burger bun with a cooked patty, spreading ricotta mixture generously.
- Crumble crispy bacon over the ricotta layer, then add broken lasagna noodle pieces.
- Drizzle marinara sauce across the burger, ensuring even distribution.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheeses over the top.
- Place the second burger bun, lightly buttered and toasted, to complete the lasagna burger.
- Slice diagonally and serve immediately while cheese is melted and ingredients are warm.
Notes
- Achieve the perfect al dente lasagna noodles by cooking them just until they’re tender but still have a slight bite, preventing mushiness in the burger.
- Render bacon slowly over medium heat to maximize crispiness and flavor, avoiding burning by monitoring the skillet closely.
- Create a gentle indentation in burger patties to prevent them from puffing up during cooking, ensuring even thickness and consistent doneness.
- Substitute ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for a lighter, diet-friendly version of this indulgent burger.
- Use gluten-free lasagna noodles and buns to make the recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Enhance the ricotta mixture by adding fresh herbs like basil or oregano for an extra layer of authentic Italian flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 1015
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1280mg
- Fat: 70g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 35g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 210mg