Best 7 Mac And Cheese Lasagna Recipes

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Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that harmoniously blends the nostalgic comfort of mac and cheese with the classic elegance of lasagna. Discover an extraordinary recipe that elevates these two iconic dishes into a magnificent masterpiece, Mac and Cheese Lasagna. Indulge in a symphony of flavors where tender lasagna noodles, creamy mac and cheese sauce, and a symphony of cheeses melt together, creating a heavenly dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With every bite, experience a delightful fusion of textures, from the soft and springy noodles to the gooey cheese and the crispy, golden-brown crust. Let this article guide you through the steps of crafting this culinary delight, from selecting the perfect ingredients to assembling and baking your Mac and Cheese Lasagna to perfection.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MACARONI CHEESE LASAGNE



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Feeling a bit fuzzy or need some comfort? Mac 'n' cheese and lasagne are sure to do the trick - and here we've combined them for the ultimate indulgent dish

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 24

2 tbsp olive oil
400g lean beef mince
50g smoked pancetta, chopped
½ onion, finely chopped
½ celery stick, finely chopped
½ carrot, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, crushed
150ml red wine
1 tbsp tomato purée
400g can chopped tomatoes
250ml beef stock
2 bay leaves
1 rosemary sprig
1 tsp sugar
400g macaroni
80g grated mozzarella
a few whole basil leaves, to serve (optional)
50g butter
50g plain flour
2 tsp English mustard
800ml semi-skimmed milk
small grating of nutmeg
100g grated parmesan
100g mature cheddar, grated

Steps:

  • Heat half the oil in a large, heavy-based frying pan or casserole dish over a medium-high heat, and fry the mince and pancetta until golden. Transfer to a bowl using a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Add the remaining oil to the pan and fry the onion, celery and carrot for 10 mins until just softened. Add the garlic and cook for 1 min more, then return the meat to the pan.Tip in the wine, bring to a simmer and cook until the mixture is reduced by half. Stir in the tomato purée, tomatoes, stock, bay, rosemary and sugar. Simmer, covered, for 30 mins, then remove the lid and simmer uncovered for another 10 mins until reduced. The ragu will keep in the freezer for up to two months. Leave to cool completely before freezing.
  • Meanwhile, make the cheese sauce. Melt the butter in a saucepan until foaming, then stir in the flour and cook for 2 mins. Stir in the mustard, then remove from the heat and gradually whisk in the milk in small additions. Return the pan to the heat and simmer for 5-6 mins, whisking continuously until thick and smooth. Add the nutmeg, parmesan and 80g of the cheddar, then season to taste.
  • Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6, and cook the macaroni in a large pan of boiling water for 5 mins. Drain, then stir into the cheese sauce. Spread the ragu into the base of a large rectangular baking dish (ours was 28 x 22 x 5cm), then spoon over the mac 'n' cheese and gently spread out using the back of a spoon to cover the ragu. Top with the remaining cheddar and the mozzarella, and bake for 25-30 mins until golden and bubbling. Leave to rest for 5 mins, then scatter over a few basil leaves to serve, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 49 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 33 grams protein, Sodium 1.3 milligram of sodium

MACARONI & CHEESE LASAGNA



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Make and share this Macaroni & Cheese Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Karen..

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (7 1/4 ounce) box macaroni & cheese dinner mix
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1/4 cup milk
1 1/2 cups spaghetti sauce
1/2 lb lean ground beef, cooked, drained
1 cup shredded low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*F.
  • Prepare macaroni and cheese as directed on package with milk and butter.
  • Spoon half of the prepared Mac and cheese into lightly greased 8-inch square baking dish.
  • Top with half each of the spaghetti sauce, meat and shredded cheese. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake 20 minute or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452.9, Fat 21.5, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 76.2, Sodium 772.2, Carbohydrate 43, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 9.2, Protein 21.5

MAC & CHEESE LASAGNA



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Trying to decide between two family favorites? This Mac & Cheese Lasagna solves that for you! Watch our video to see how easy Mac & Cheese Lasagna is.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pkg. (7-1/4 oz.) KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1/2 lb. lean ground beef
1-1/2 cups CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Prepare Dinner as directed on package, using the Light Prep directions. Meanwhile, brown meat in skillet; drain.
  • Spread half the Dinner onto bottom of 8-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; top with layers of half each of the pasta sauce, meat and shredded cheese. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 750 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 24 g

EASY MAC AND CHEESE LASAGNA



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Make and share this Easy Mac and Cheese Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tash662

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (7 1/4 ounce) package macaroni & cheese dinner mix
1 1/2 cups spaghetti sauce
1 lb ground beef
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 deg F. Lightly grease 8x8 baking dish.
  • Cook and drain ground beef and mix with spaghetti sauce.
  • Prepare Macaroni and Cheese using the directions on the box.
  • Place a layer (exactly half) of Mac and cheese in the baking dish, top with a layer of meat then a layer of cheese.
  • (Repeat).
  • After the 2 layers are complete, bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until heated through.
  • Then top with Parm Cheese.
  • **For meat substitute you can use pre cooked chicken.
  • **For a complete meatless dish you can use just the spaghetti sauce and leave out all meats.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569.4, Fat 27, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 106, Sodium 876.5, Carbohydrate 42.9, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 9.5, Protein 36.8

PEPPERONI, MACARONI AND CHEESE "LASAGNA STYLE"



Pepperoni, Macaroni and Cheese

Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound lasagna
Olive oil
4 tablespoons butter, plus 1 tablespoon
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups half-and-half
2 1/2 cups grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, or other good-quality Parmesan
4 ounces grated Cheddar
8 ounces grated mozzarella
1 pound pepperoni, sliced thin
1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon salt carefully add the lasagna noodles. Return to a boil, reduce the heat to a low boil and cook for about 5 minutes, or until pasta is very al dente (slightly undercooked). Drain in a colander, rinse slightly and drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  • In a heavy, medium saucepan melt 4 tablespoons of the butter over low heat. Add the garlic and then the flour and stir to combine. Cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes. Increase the heat to medium and whisk in the half-and-half little by little. Cook until thickened, about 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from the heat; add 2 cups of the grated Parmesan. Season with the salt, pepper and stir until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth. Cover and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl combine 1/4 cup Parmesan, Cheddar, and mozzarella. Toss to combine.
  • Grease a 3-quart baking dish or casserole with 1 tablespoon of butter. Spread a ladle full of sauce on the bottom of the pan. Cover the sauce with a single layer of cooked lasagna noodles. Spread another ladle full of sauce on top of noodles. Sprinkle with 1/3 of the mozzarella cheese mixture. Top with 1/3 of the sliced pepperoni. Repeat with remaining ingredients for 2 more layers.
  • Sprinkle 1/2 cup bread crumbs onto top of lasagna and top with remaining grated Parmesan, 1/4 cup. Bake, uncovered, for 40 to 45 minutes or until the lasagna is bubbly and hot and the top is golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to sit for 5 minutes before serving.

EASY FOUR CHEESE LASAGNA



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This makes a very authentic tasting lasagna, rich, cheesy and very filling.

Provided by WITCHED

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 ounces uncooked lasagna noodles
1 (26 ounce) can spaghetti sauce
1 pound cottage cheese
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a blender or with an electric mixer, blend tomato sauce and cottage cheese together until smooth. Spoon a little of the sauce mixture in the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish. Place a layer of cooked noodles over the sauce, and sprinkle a portion of the mozzarella, the cheddar and the parmesan over the noodles. Repeat layering of sauce, noodles and cheese; finish with a cheese layer.
  • Bake in preheated oven 30 to 45 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567.7 calories, Carbohydrate 56.4 g, Cholesterol 67 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 33.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1110.3 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

MAC & CHEESE SKILLET LASAGNA



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Find a new favorite in our Mac & Cheese Skillet Lasagna. Easy to prepare, easier to enjoy, our Mac & Cheese Skillet Lasagna is classic in the making.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings, about 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb. ground beef
1-1/2 cups water
1 pkg. (7-1/4 oz.) KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup margarine
1/2 cup CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Steps:

  • Brown meat in large skillet on medium-high heat; drain.
  • Add water and Macaroni; stir. Bring to boil; cover. Simmer on medium heat 7 to 8 min. or until macaroni is tender.
  • Stir in Cheese Sauce Mix, milk, margarine and pasta sauce. Top with mozzarella cheese; cover. Cook on low heat 1 to 2 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Fat 34 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 3 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 690 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 25 g

Tips:

- Use a good quality cheese. This will make all the difference in the flavor of your lasagna. - Don't overcook the pasta. It should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. - Make sure the white sauce is thick enough. It should be able to coat the back of a spoon. - Layer the lasagna in a 9x13 inch pan. This will give you about 12 servings. - Bake the lasagna for 30-35 minutes, or until it is bubbly and golden brown. - Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving. This will help it to set and make it easier to cut.

Conclusion:

Mac and cheese lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting pasta dish to try, give mac and cheese lasagna a try. You won't be disappointed!

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