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Family-Favorite Casseroles (Comfort)

A thick, cheesy slice of lasagna, a perfect example of Family-Favorite Casseroles (Comfort), served on a white plate.
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A hearty, baked casserole featuring ground beef, bacon, and layers of noodles and cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 24 uncooked lasagna noodles
  • 2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 1–1/2 pounds bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
  • 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 8 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cook noodles according to package directions for al dente; drain.
  2. In a 6-quart stockpot, cook beef and onions over medium-high heat until beef is no longer pink, 10-12 minutes, breaking beef into crumbles; drain.
  3. Stir in bacon, tomato sauce, tomatoes, sugar and salt; heat through.
  4. Spread 1 cup sauce into each of 2 greased 13×9-inch baking dishes.
  5. Layer each dish with 4 noodles, overlapping as needed, 1-2/3 cups sauce and 1-1/3 cups cheese. Repeat layers twice.
  6. Bake, covered, 40 minutes.
  7. Uncover; bake until bubbly, 5-10 minutes longer.
  8. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Cook noodles to al dente to prevent them from becoming too soft during baking.
  • Drain the cooked beef and onion mixture well before adding the sauce ingredients.
  • Allow the casserole to rest for 15 minutes after baking so it sets up before you cut and serve it.

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