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Lasagna Dip. This appetizer recipe is seriously simple to make and absolutely perfect for parties, game day or just a night in with friends.
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5 from 2 votes

Lasagna Dip

Seriously simple to make and absolutely delicious to munch on. This lasagna dip will have your guests coming back for more!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Author: Kim Beaulieu

Ingredients

For the Herbed Cream Cheese Layer:

  • 1 package 8 oz of cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ teaspoon of basil
  • ¼ teaspoon oregano

For the Saucey Layer:

  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ sweet onion diced
  • 1 shallot diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic chopped finely or minced
  • ½ pound of ground beef
  • 1 cup of spaghetti sauce
  • ½ teaspoon basil
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Cheesy Layer:

  • 1 and ½ cups of mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

For the Herbed Cream Cheese Layer:

  • In a medium sized bowl combine the softened cream cheese, basil and oregano. Stir until combined. Set aside.

For the Saucey Layer:

  • In a large skillet or frying pan, over medium heat, cook the onions and shallots in olive oil. Cook for about 3 or 4 minutes, till softened.
  • Add the ground beef and cook until browned and juices run clear.
  • Add the garlic in the last minute so it doesn't burn. Cook until fragrant, which takes 30 seconds to about a minute.
  • Add the sauce and spices to the skillet, cook until combined and warm, about 5 or so minutes.

For the Cheesy Layer:

  • Grate the cheese. Set aside.

Putting it all together:

  • Spray an 8 inch baking dish, or whatever serving dish you like, with non-stick spray.
  • Smooth the herbed cream cheese into the bottom of the dish.
  • Add the sauce mixture over top, smooth out evenly.
  • Toss the mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Pop in your preheated oven and cook for about 15 to 20 minutes, you want the top bubbling and starting to brown.
  • Remove carefully from the oven.
  • Serve with a big old cheesy smile!

Notes

Recipe slightly adapted from Diethood's Lasagna Dip
Thanks Kate, this was delicious!