Best Cowboy Lasagna Easy Recipe (Trisha Yearwood's) (2024)

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Cowboys MUST eat pepperonis, Italian sausage and ground beef and that THREE MEAT thing must mean COWBOYS? Right? Trisha Yearwood’s Cowboy Lasagna recipe is filled with a hearty meat mixture, ricotta cheese and cups and cups of cheese! It’s really the Best Cowboy Lasagna Easy Recipe (Trisha Yearwood’s)

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PERFECT, meaty and filling! This Cowboy Lasagna is the EXACT thing you’ll want to fill bellies and satisfy tastebuds! It rivals ourBest Classico Lasagna recipeeven!

COWBOY LASAGNA

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The Prized Cowboy Lasagna Recipe

Name a Cookbook Author, Food Network Star and Southern Songstress who rivals the Pioneer Woman in being a passionate hostess and in TV star cooking show fame: enter Trisha Yearwood.

This is Yearwood’s Lasagna Recipe and is a great way to add cookbook home cooking recommended by more than a couple of people!

It’s perfect for your family’s holiday soiree or any time you need a crowd-pleasing recipe in a casserole dish that pleases even the pickiest eater!

A delicious taste of home found in cheese pulls, layer of lasagna noodles, a mix of ricotta and jar sauce! Giada de Laurentiis Italian recipes and Ina Garten’s Best Dinner Recipes have got nothing on the Best Cowboy Lasagna Easy Recipe (Trisha Yearwood’s)!

Why This Recipe Works…

  • Pound of Ground Beef, Sausage and Pepperonis make the Best Lasagna!
  • Single Layers of Ounces Mozzarella Cheese Melty Cheese and Cheese Pulls!
  • Flavors of a traditional lasagna recipe with the surprise of the addition of spicy pepperoni!
  • A layer of the prepared sauce!

Here’s How It’s Done…

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

Can I Just Make 1/2 of This Recipe?

Yes! make it in a 8×8 or 9×9 pan.

Can I FREEZE this Lasagna?

Certainly! It freezes GREAT!

Either cover and wrap the entire pan in freezer safe plastic or paper OR package individual slices in freezer bags. Here’s some great info aboutfood storagefrom the CDC.

Can I Use Vegan Options for This Recipe?

Sure, you can use the crumbles and vegan pepperoni, use good vegan melting cheeses as well.

How Long Does This Recipe Last?

It will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days if kept covered.

How Do I Reheat This Lasagna?

  • Place the entire pan in the oven on 350 and heat for 20 minutes or until heated through.
  • If reheating a single slice, it’s best to do that in a microwave in a microwave safe container, covered with plastic wrap and a few drops of water in the bowl.
  • On high for 1 minute, check and go in 30 second intervals after that.

TIPS and TRICKS For Cowboy Lasagna

  • Prepare everything ahead before you try to assemble. Just makes it easier.
  • You canbrown ground beefover medium heat with the Italian sausage in a heavy skillet and just add as one ingredient.
  • If you can’t find Italian sausage in a bulk form then just use the links and squeeze the meat from the casings and discard the casings.
  • If you want some super melty and tasty lasagna, use the fresh mozzarella and WOW! Wonderful! Use real parmesan cheese too and WHOA!
  • Always start a lasagna with some of the sauce in the bottom of the baking dish – it helps prevent sticking!
  • Coat your casserole dish with cooking spray or olive oil for less sticking.
  • You can substitute cottage cheese for the ricotta.

PRO TIP: To make this as quickly as possible, use the no boil lasagna noodles, jarred tomato sauce and preshredded cheeses. That only leaves you with browning the meats before hand.

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HOW TO MAKE COWBOY LASAGNA IN THE CROCKPOT

Precook your noodles as indicated in the recipe below. Coat the pot with olive oil Then layer the ingredients as indicated for oven baking. Repeat layers until complete.

Set the crockpot on low and allow to cook for 4 hours.

HOW TO MAKE COWBOY LASAGNA IN THE TOASTER OVEN

Cut the recipe in half and make in a pan that will fit in the toaster oven.

COWBOY LASAGNA WITH TATERTOTS

There are a lot of ways to make this recipe your own but one of my favorites is to substitute the lasagna noodles with a package of tater tots! Give it a try!

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This Cowboy Lasagna post was originally published on May 14, 2016

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COWBOY LASAGNA

This MEATY and HARDY dish serves a crowd. The leftovers are wonderful too. Freezes well. All the hallmarks of a perfect dinner!

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Course: main

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Cowboy Lasagna, lasagna

Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 55 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 12 servings

Calories: 656kcal

Author: Wendi Spraker

Ingredients

  • 1 lb browned ground beef
  • 1 lb browned italian sausage
  • 2 jars tomato based Pasta Sauce
  • 12 Lasagna noodles cooked per package instruction
  • 12 oz pepperonis two packages
  • 4 Cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 8 oz Ricotta Cheese
  • 4 oz Grated Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350.

  • While the oven is preheating, brown the ground beef and the Italian sausage over medium heat in a frying pan. When browned, remove each from the heat and reserve. Cook the Lasagna noodles according to package instructions and reserve.

  • In a 9×13 baking dish Spoon several spoonfuls of the pasta sauce into the baking dish.

  • Begin layering the ingredients as follows: 3 lasagna noodles, 1/3 of the pasta sauce, ⅓ of the browned ground beef, ⅓ of the Italian sausage, ⅓ of the pepperonis, ⅓ of the Mozzarella Cheese, ⅓ of the Ricotta Cheese, ⅓ of the parmesan. End with the cheeses on top.

  • Place the 9×13 pan on a baking sheet and place on the middle rack of the oven. Bake for 45-55 mins until heated through and bubbly. Cheese will be melted throughout and the edges will be browned. If you like yours less browned, lightly cover with aluminum foil for the last 15 minutes.

  • Remove from the oven and serve hot. Great with garlic bread and a salad!

Notes

  • Prepare everything ahead before you try to assemble. Just makes it easier.
  • You can brown the ground beef and Italian sausage together and just add as one ingredient if you want and that will taste the same.
  • If you can’t find Italian sausage in a bulk form then just use the links and squeeze the meat from the casings and discard the casings.
  • If you want some super melty and tasty lasagna, use the fresh mozzarella and WOW! Wonderful! I used the pre-shredded type for the video because I know that is what most American’s use – but if you use the fresh, you won’t be disappointed.

FOR TASTY LASAGNA…

  • If you want some super duper tasty lasagna, use the REAL parmesan cheese! You REALLY won’t be disappointed! It is so super flavorful!
  • In lots of recipes, you find me doctoring sauces with lots of herbs. Not needed in this recipe!
  • Always start a lasagna with some of the sauce in the bottom of the baking dish – it helps prevent sticking!
  • After cooking the noodles, I always lay mine out on a cookie sheet and coat with a little spray of non stick spray. Noodles like to stick to one another and this helps keep things unsticky.

LEFT OVERS…

  • This dish is WONDERFUL warmed over , which is good because it makes a TON! Invite friends over for this dish!
  • You CAN freeze this dish for later and it heats back up beautifully!

PRO TIP: To make this as quickly as possible, use the no boil lasagna noodles, jarred tomato sauce and preshredded cheeses. That only leaves you with browning the meats before hand.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

COWBOY LASAGNA

Amount Per Serving

Calories 656Calories from Fat 405

% Daily Value*

Fat 45g69%

Saturated Fat 19g95%

Cholesterol 132mg44%

Sodium 1197mg50%

Potassium 399mg11%

Carbohydrates 22g7%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 35g70%

Vitamin A 420IU8%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 358mg36%

Iron 2.3mg13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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I know this is a recipe my dad would have loved, especially for the mystery of the name (why is it called a Cowboy Lasagna anyway?). He would have made lots and lots of jokes about pepperoni eating cowboys.

AND THAT is what I love about recipes like this. d

Ecclesiastes 10:19

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Wendi is the writer, CEO and dishwasher at Loaves and Dishes! When not in the kitchen or behind the computer, you can find Wendi serving on International Food Conference Boards, Speaking at various conferences, Leading and Cooking for the local Arts Council's "Taste of Stokes" events or donating home cooked goodies to various local non profits such as the Danbury Songwriters and Stokes Partnership for Children. Wendi is also a Registered Nurse with a Master's Degree and serves on her town's board of councilmen.

Best Cowboy Lasagna Easy Recipe (Trisha Yearwood's) (2024)

FAQs

What is redneck lasagne? ›

Our Unique Version of the Italian Favorite. Our Homemade Mac & Cheese Topped with Our Meaty Brunswick Stew and Sprinkled with Parmesan Cheese. Served with Side Salad & Texas Toast.

How many layers of lasagna is best? ›

Let me break it to you: If you want to make a lasagna, three layers just won't cut it! For the perfect lasagna, you need at least 4-5 layers to really enjoy all those mouth-watering flavors. And, here's a pro-tip: make sure to season each layer generously, but not too much. The average lasagna has 8 layers!

What goes down first when making lasagna? ›

Start by spreading a layer of your tomato-based sauce (either a plain tomato sauce or your pre-made ragù) on the bottom of your dish. Next, add a single layer of pasta sheets. Then, add a layer of white sauce, followed by another single layer of pasta sheets.

What is the difference between northern and southern Italian lasagna? ›

In southern Italy lasagna is generally made with dried sheets of pasta layered with rich meat ragú, ricotta and mozzarella. In the north, especially in Bologna, the most popular version of lasagna features fresh egg pasta colored green with spinach and layered with ragú, bechamel and Parmigiano Reggiano.

What do Italians call lasagna? ›

As with most other types of pasta, the Italian word is a plural form: lasagne meaning more than one sheet of lasagna, though, in many other languages, a derivative of the singular word lasagna is used for the popular baked pasta dish.

What not to do when making lasagna? ›

Too much between one layer and another will keep you from ever getting a perfect slice. Too little and all you'll taste is pasta. Do not put large pieces of vegetables or meat in lasagna for the same reason as above. To get a perfect lasagna, the filling should be finely sliced or even creamy.

Should the top layer of lasagna be noodles or sauce? ›

There's a lot of discussion around this topic in the lasagna recipe world, but generally most lasagna recipes start with a layer of red sauce, followed by a layer of white sauce, followed by a layer of pasta and cheese. Then you continue with this layering until you have completely filled your tray.

Should you criss cross lasagna noodles? ›

(Do notice that I put the noodles criss cross – perpendicular from the layer below – it helps it to hold together when you serve it). So, the noodles directly on the cheese means there won't be enough for a top layer of noodles.

Why add tomato paste to lasagna? ›

A good tomato paste helps to thicken but also adds a sweet and savory umami flavor. Lean Ground Beef: Lean beef adds a robust and hearty meatiness that's essential in a classic lasagna recipe.

Why do you put milk in lasagna? ›

The secret ingredient? Milk. It tenderises the meat, to leave you with the most tender ragù. Use a deep dish and find out how to layer a lasagne.

Does meat sauce go on the bottom of lasagna? ›

However there should be a thin layer of sauce in the bottom of the pan to prevent sticking but not meat. You put a thin layer of sauce then noodles. There are many different types of lasagna and not all have meat but some do. The bottom layer is always sauce.

How do you jazz up a lasagna? ›

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  3. Add pancetta or bacon. ...
  4. Squeeze in some ketchup. ...
  5. Don't be shy with the wine. ...
  6. Try a wild mushroom white sauce for added luxury. ...
  7. Use three types of cheese. ...
  8. Choose egg pasta sheets.

Do you bake lasagna covered or uncovered? ›

In an oven preheated to 375 degrees F, this homemade lasagna should be perfectly baked in about 50 minutes (30-40 minutes covered, 5-10 minutes uncovered).

What is the difference between lasagna and lasagne? ›

In Italian, lasagna is the singular form of the noun, referring to a single flat sheet of the pasta, while lasagne is the plural form and thus the go-to word for the whole dish, which is made up of many sheets of pasta.

What is the difference between lasagna and lasagne al forno? ›

What is the difference between lasagna and lasagne al forno? Unlike Americanized lasagna, this authentic lasagne al forno recipe is made without ricotta cheese. Instead, this recipe used homemade lasagne noodles and a creamy béchamel sauce.

Why is lasagna cheugy? ›

Lasagne has had a sheet of shame layered over its molten mix of pasta, cheese and meat, as it was thrust into the latest millennial/Gen-Z category of "cheugy". The term — pronounced chew-gee — has become increasingly popular on TikTok, typically used to define someone who follows out-of-date or unpopular trends.

What's the difference between lasagna and no boil lasagna? ›

“[No-boil noodles] are par-cooked for convenience, but because they're pre-boiled, they lose their residual surface starch,” explained recipe writer and blogger Jim Mumford of Jim Cooks Food Good. “When you boil lasagna noodles, they will have a thin layer of starch on the outside from the cooking.

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