Name: Cheeseburger Lasagna
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 4 - 6
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. lasagna noodles; 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for noodles; 1 medium yellow onion, chopped; kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 cloves garlic; 1 lb. ground beef; 1 tbsp. tomato paste; 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce; 2 tsp. yellow mustard; 2 15-oz. cans tomato sauce; 1 16-oz. container whole milk ricotta; 1 large egg; 1 tsp. garlic powder; 2 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar; 2 1/2 c. Shredded Monterey Jack; 1/3 c. chopped tomatoes, for garnish; 1/4 c. chopped pickle chips, for garnish; 1 green onion, chopped; Sesame seeds, for garnish

Step 1Preheat oven to 375°.

Step 2In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and toss with a bit of olive oil to prevent noodles from sticking.

Step 3In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add onion, season with salt and pepper, and cook until soft, 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more.

Step 4Add ground beef to skillet and season generously with more salt and pepper. Cook until browned, about 8 minutes, then drain the fat. Return to pan over medium heat and stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard. Pour in tomato sauce, season with salt and pepper, and simmer 5 minutes. Set aside.

Step 5Make ricotta mixture: In a medium bowl, stir together the ricotta and egg and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 6Assemble lasagna: In a large baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce. Top with a layer of noodles, a big spoonful of ricotta mixture, another spoonful of meat sauce, and a sprinkle of cheeses. Repeat 3 more times, ending with cheese.

Step 7Bake until bubbly and golden, 35 minutes, then broil top if desired.

Step 8Garnish with tomatoes, pickles, green onions, and sesame seeds. Serve.