Kittencal's Meatball Lasagna

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Kittencal's Meatball Lasagna, a hearty and flavorful twist on the classic Italian favorite. This recipe features tender, homemade meatballs crafted from a savory blend of ground beef, ground pork, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic Italian spices, layered between perfectly cooked lasagna noodles. A creamy ricotta mixture infused with fresh parsley and a rich marinara sauce tie everything together, while melted mozzarella creates a golden, bubbly finish. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this dish combines the best of lasagna and meatballs into one irresistible meal. Whether you're hosting a family dinner or craving a cozy weekend treat, Kittencal's Meatball Lasagna is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tsp Dried Italian seasoning
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 12 Lasagna noodles
• 16 oz Ricotta cheese
• 1 Egg
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 cups Marinara sauce
• 4 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and dried Italian seasoning.

Step 3

Mix the meat mixture thoroughly and roll into small, bite-sized meatballs (approximately 1-inch in diameter).

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs in batches until just cooked through. Set aside.

Step 5

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil, cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and lay them flat on a baking sheet to prevent sticking.

Step 6

In another bowl, prepare the ricotta mixture by combining the ricotta cheese, 1 egg, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley. Mix until smooth and set aside.

Step 7

Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 8

Layer 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, slightly overlapping them. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture on top of the noodles, followed by 1/3 of the meatballs, and 1 cup of marinara sauce. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.

Step 9

Repeat the layers two more times: noodles, ricotta mixture, meatballs, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.

Step 10

Finish with a final layer of noodles, the remaining marinara sauce, and a generous layer of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

Step 11

Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3474.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7376.5

Total Fat 362.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 158.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 1576.5mg	0%
Sodium 9583.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 622.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.5g	0%
Total Sugars 48.4g
Protein 434.2g	0%

Vitamin D 96IU	0%
Calcium 6150.8mg	0%
Iron 41.0mg	0%
Potassium 2959.0mg	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: 43.5%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 33.3%