Cream Cheese Lasagna

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cream Cheese Lasagna—a luscious twist on the classic Italian-inspired dish! Featuring layers of tender lasagna noodles, hearty marinara-infused ground beef, and a velvety cheese filling made with cream cheese, ricotta, and a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan, this recipe delivers unbeatable creaminess in every bite. The addition of garlic powder and black pepper elevates the flavors, while the golden-bubbly topping creates a showstopping finish. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra burst of color and freshness. Whether it's a family dinner or a cozy celebration, this creamy, cheesy lasagna will steal the spotlight! Keywords: cream cheese lasagna, cheesy lasagna recipe, layered pasta bake, creamy Italian casserole.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Lasagna noodles
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 24 ounces Marinara sauce
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool slightly, laying each noodle flat to prevent sticking.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess grease.

Step 4

Stir the marinara sauce into the cooked ground beef. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until smooth and well blended.

Step 6

In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of the dish.

Step 7

Lay 3-4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, slightly overlapping them.

Step 8

Spread 1/3 of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the noodles, followed by 1/3 of the remaining meat sauce.

Step 9

Repeat the layers (noodles, cream cheese mixture, meat sauce) two more times, finishing with the meat sauce on top.

Step 10

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top layer.

Step 11

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.

Step 13

Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes after removing it from the oven to make slicing easier.

Step 14

Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2664.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6050.6

Total Fat 301.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 144.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.6g
Cholesterol 1141.0mg	0%
Sodium 7469.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 563.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.9g	0%
Total Sugars 46.9g
Protein 302.9g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 3974.5mg	0%
Iron 34.5mg	0%
Potassium 2934.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.9%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 36.5%