24 Beef Lasagna Recipes with Mind Blowing Flavor!

September 6, 2024
Written by Kristy J. Norton

Cheesy, saucy, and full of flavor – beef lasagna hits the spot every time! So, it should come as great news that there are so many beef lasagna recipes for you to try out! From classic options to fusions with other cuisines, the options are endless! 

Beef Lasagna

1. Easy Beef Lasagna

Making lasagna at home can be pretty intimidating, especially if you haven’t done it before. Well, here is a recipe that will help you learn the ropes in no time at all! All you have to do is make a meat sauce with ground meat and store-bought marinara sauce and whip up a ricotta, parmesan, and egg mix before layering everything, topping off with mozzarella, and baking!

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2. Classic Beef Lasagna 

Want to know the traditional way of making beef lasagna? Everything in this recipe is made entirely from scratch – the beef ragu, the marinara sauce, and the white sauce! There is no need to worry, though, this recipe is going to guide you every step of the way. And the end results will make all your efforts completely worth it.  

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3. Four Cheese Beef Lasagna 

If you like your beef lasagna extra cheesy, then this is the recipe to follow! The meat sauce and lasagna noodles are topped off with a ricotta, parmesan, cottage cheese, egg sauce while the final layer is made of an ooey gooey mozzarella layer! This recipe does slip in some spinach into the mix to help you feel better about all that cheese. 

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4. Braised Beef Lasagna 

This is a different take on beef lasagna but an incredibly delicious one! Here, the beef is braised in veggies, tomatoes, and stock before being shredded and added to the meat sauce. Also, instead of the traditional mozzarella, the lasagna is filled with provolone cheese and is topped off with it too! 

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5. Smoked Brisket Lasagna 

In this recipe, American barbecue meets Italian cuisine! It is a great recipe to try when you have leftover brisket – it makes the most delicious and smoky meat base. Here, you use barbecue instead of tomato sauce as the base. Layer lasagna noodles with the brisket as well as the ricotta mix and mozzarella. Bake until all the cheese has melted!

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6. Healthier Beef Lasagna 

Lets face it, lasagna is delicious but not necessarily heart healthy – well, this recipe helps to lessen some of the damage while still being absolutely delicious! With this recipe, you use lean ground beef, skimmed cheeses, and make sure that there is plenty of veggies to fill things out! Want to take things to another level? Use whole wheat lasagna noodles. 

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7. One Pot Beef Lasagna 

Tired of all the steps and dishes you need to dirty to make lasagna? This recipe does away with all the fuss! All you need is an ovenproof skillet and you are good to go! Just make the meat sauce, stir in some cream cheese, drown the noodles in the mix, and bake until it is all cooked through! 

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8. Beef and Veggie Lasagna 

If you want to get your meat, veggies, and carbs in a single dish, then this is the recipe to try out! Here, the veggies are finely chopped and added to the meat sauce so that you don’t even know they are there. The cheese layer is made from cottage cheese to bump up the protein and lower the fat. This lasagna still packs quite the cheesy punch thanks to the mozzarella sprinkled on top. 

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9. Gnocchi Beef Lasagna 

If lasagna noodles aren’t really your thing or you are looking for a different take on lasagna, this recipe can show you the way! Here, you swap out the noodles for gnocchi. The gnocchi is smothered in a tomato meat sauce, topped off with a homemade bechamel sauce, and is finished off with mozzarella cheese!

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10. Spicy Beef and Spinach Lasagna 

This recipe helps you to add a bit of a kick to your lasagna! The meat and spinach sauce is made with the addition of chopped chili – this adds a bit of spice but not too much. The homemade bechamel sauce also balances everything out. Top the lasagna with gouda cheese and bake!

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11. Cowboy Chili Lasagna 

This is where good ol Tex-Mex Chili is mixed in with lasagna – the results are delicious! Just be warned that this lasagna packs quite the flavor and spice punch. The beef chili is made with ground meat, beans, chiles, spices, and more! It acts as the base for the lasagna noodles, cream cheese, and the cheddar cheese. Bake until gooey! 

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12. Beef and Pepperoni Lasagna 

The only thing that beats beef lasagna is a beef and pepperoni lasagna! The recipe stays the same only the pepperoni is layered on top of the meat sauce, noodles, and cheese layer. Repeat the layer and top off with mozzarella cheese before baking. 

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13. Greek Beef Lasagna 

This dish is actually known as pastitsio and it is absolutely delicious! One of the main differences is that the beef ragu includes a good amount of cinnamon to flavor the sauce. Also, instead of using Italian cheese, make this dish with Kasseri cheese. Pile the layers on top of each and bake until golden brown! 

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14. Beef Meatball Lasagna 

This beef lasagna is the perfect comfort food and super easy to make too! Just make the meatballs with ground beef, seasonings, and eggs. Form, fry, and then add them to a homemade tomato sauce and top off with lasagna noodles, and white sauce. Top with mozzarella and bake until golden brown! 

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15. Beef Lasagna Roll Ups 

Beef lasagna roll ups offer all the same great flavors as the original dish but cooks a lot faster! For this recipe, you boil the lasagna noodles and lay them flat. Fill them with a homemade meat sauce and cheese mixture and then roll up the noodles. Place in a casserole dish lined with meat sauce, top the roll ups with more sauce and cheese and bake!

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16. Short Rib Lasagna Rolls

This recipe does take a bit more effort but the end results are so worth it! You start off by slow cooking the short ribs until the meat can be stripped from the bones. The meat is mixed in with a cheese sauce and layered on top of marinara sauce and lasagna noodles and cheese before being baked to perfection! 

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17. Zucchini Beef Lasagna 

If you are looking to keep things low carb, then this is the recipe that you should consider! Here, you use thinly sliced zucchini instead of lasagna noodles! Layer the beef sauce and cheese on top and continue until you get to the final layer before baking!

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18. Beef Lasagna Stuffed Shells 

The great thing about making lasagna from giant pasta shells is that they trap and absorb so much flavor! This makes every bite a delight! The pasta shells are cooked and stuffed with meat sauce and then drizzled in a ton of cheese!

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19. Baked Tortellini Lasagna 

This is a really cool way to switch things up! The tortellini adds flavor and texture – it is a good idea to go with cheese for even more creaminess. The tortellini is baked in a meat sauce and topped up with cheese for extra goodness! 

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20. Philly Cheesesteak Lasagna 

If you love Philly cheesesteak sandwiches, this lasagna is going to blow your mind! Just a fair warning: this lasagna has a ton of cheese in it! Mozzarella, provolone, white cheddar, Muenster, Havarti, ricotta, ricotta, and mascarpone create an insanely cream lasagna that is layered with steak, sauce, and veggies!  

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21. Slow Cooker Lasagna 

Believe it or not, you can make a truly delicious lasagna in your slow cooker! Just layer the sauce, lasagna noodles, cheese, and meat in the slow cooker like you would in a casserole dish and then slow cook until the cheese is melted and the lasagna is cooked all the way through! 

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22. Beef Lasagna Cups 

These lasagna cups are perfect if you want a meal on the go or if you want to make individual lasagnas for kids. Here, place wonton wrappers in a muffin pan and layer over with a saucy beef mixture and cheese sauce. Top with mozzarella and bake until golden! 

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Beef Lasagna Cups

23. Beef and Sausage Lasagna 

Want to add even more meat into the mix? Well, this recipe shows you how! You make the meat sauce from ground beef and sausage meat of your choice. Then, layer with noodles and cheese and bake until all done! 

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Beef and Sausage Lasagna

24. Mexican Lasagna 

Want a Mexican take on this traditional Italian dish? This recipe does it incredibly well! Here, you swap out noodles for tortillas and pasta sauce for enchilada sauce. Add in some Mexican cheese, chiles, and seasoning, and you are good to go!

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Who knew there were so many ways to make beef lasagna? Well, now that you do know all the different ways to whip up this delicious dish, you just have to try them out! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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