It doesn’t matter how it looks on the outside – as long as it has some combination of ground beef, creamy cheese, tangy tomato sauce, and al dente noodles, we’ll go ahead and call it lasagna. Luckily for you, these 7 exceptional recipes not only look like the real deal, but they certainly taste like it too, if not better! So what are you waiting for? Let’s get cooking!
1. Lasagna Meatloaf
Do you have to prepare a large Sunday meal for the entire family, but you’re torn on what to make? Maybe your partner is a meatloaf fan, but the kids always want a big plate of lasagna this time of year… so the question is: How do you keep everyone happy? Make both at the same time, of course! As you’ll see, our delicious hybrid dish provides the perfect compromise. Get the full recipe & instructions here.
2. Lasagna Stuffed Peppers
When it comes to comfort food, the stuffed bell pepper is a classic. The usual suspects for inclusion in this recipe are ground beef or sausage with cooked rice and cheese. But how about, instead of the rice, we throw in some pasta? All of a sudden this hearty meal gets even heartier! Get the full recipe & instructions here.
3. Lasagna Baguette
There aren’t many people out there who don’t like a good lasagna. As well as being super easy to prepare, our rather innovative take on this Italian classic is great way to impress guests at your next dinner party. Once it’s cut into slices, you don’t even need a knife and fork to enjoy your delicious baguette, making it the perfect finger food for any party. Get the full recipe & instructions here.
4. Savoy Cabbage Lasagna
Savoy cabbage doesn’t get nearly the kind of attention it deserves, but that’s all about to change with this delicious casserole dish that will be your new go-to lasagna dish from here on out! If this isn’t the most delicious alternative to classic lasagna, then we don’t know what is! The combination of savoy cabbage, béchamel sauce, and ground beef is simply divine. Get the full recipe & instructions here.
5. Lasagna Onion Bombs
The onion is one of the most popular vegetables worldwide, and with good reason. Onions are a lot more versatile than you think, and you always have them on hand, so why not go ahead and put that information to good use? This recipe will show you how to upgrade onions from a standard side dish ingredient to a star of its own. Get the full recipe & instructions here.
6. Lasagna on a Stick
Snacks are an integral part of any get-together, but it can be hard to find the perfect party snack for informal gatherings, especially ones where you’ll be walking and eating simultaneously. The most important thing is that you want to bring something that’s tasty, creative, fun, and easy to serve and eat. Lasagna on a stick wins in each regard! You’ll love this innovative recipe that will remind you of your childhood days full of carnival food, and it’s particularly a big hit with kids! Get the full recipe & instructions here.
7. Vegetable Pasta Lasagna
Preparing lasagna is always an event. Many bowls of different ingredients line the kitchen counter, waiting patiently to be added to the baking dish. While this lasagna recipe doesn’t call for fewer ingredients, it certainly comes with a few surprises, creating a delicious spin on a old classic. Rest assured: one bite is worth every minute of preparation time. Get the full recipe & instructions here.
Before this video, you probably thought of lasagna as hearty square casserole consisting of layers of ground beef, creamy cheese, tangy tomato sauce, and al dente noodles. But, as the following 7 unique recipes proved, that doesn’t always have to be the case. In fact, sometimes the Italian classic tastes even better when it comes in a totally unexpected form! Can’t get enough? Here are 7 More Crazy & Unique Lasagna Recipes.