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Pizzagna Italian Fusion Bake

Pizzagna is a comforting fusion of pizza and lasagna layered pasta, beef, ricotta, marinara, pepperoni, and melty cheese baked to bubbly perfection.

Ingredients
  

  • 32 oz jar of marinara sauce
  • 1 lb lasagna noodles
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ onion chopped
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 oz sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Beef and Veggies: Sauté ground beef, chopped onions, and mushrooms until browned and tender. Drain the fat.
  • Make the Sauce: Add marinara, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer and set aside.
  • Boil the Noodles: Cook lasagna noodles until al dente. Rinse under cold water and drain well.
  • Mix Ricotta Filling: Combine ricotta, eggs, Parmesan, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Assemble the Layers: In a greased baking dish, layer sauce, noodles, ricotta, mozzarella, pepperoni—repeat until all ingredients are used.
  • Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes until hot and bubbly.
  • Cool and Serve: Rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Garnish with parsley.