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Barbecue Lasagna Recipe

Get ready for a flavor explosion! This Barbecue Lasagna recipe is a unique fusion of Southern BBQ and Italian comfort food. Imagine tender, smoky pulled pork simmered in your favorite BBQ sauce, layered with creamy ricotta, melted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, and perfectly cooked lasagna noodles. Inspired by the classic flavors of BBQ pizza and the comforting warmth of lasagna, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser guaranteed to impress. Whether you're a seasoned BBQ pitmaster or a kitchen novice, this recipe is adaptable to your skill level – use your own smoked pork or grab a store-bought alternative for a quicker meal. Prepare for an unforgettable taste experience that's both delicious and surprisingly easy to make.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 577.7 kcal
Protein 66g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barbecue Lasagna

  • 1-2 lbs shredded pork with 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 (16 ounce) package lasagna noodles
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 quarts water
  • cooking spray (optional)

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How to Make Barbecue Lasagna

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a saucepan, gently simmer 1-2 lbs of pulled pork (smoked or store-bought) in 1 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce until heated through and well coated. Adjust sauce consistency with a little water if needed to reach marinara-like consistency.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine 15 oz ricotta cheese, 1 large egg, 1 tsp salt, and ½ tsp black pepper. Mix until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Bring 6 quarts of water to a boil with a pinch of salt. Cook lasagna noodles until almost al dente. Rinse with cold water and set aside.
  6. Spread a thin layer of the BBQ pork mixture on the bottom of a 10x14x3 inch baking pan.
  7. Layer one-third of the cooked lasagna noodles over the pork sauce.
  8. Spread one-third of the ricotta mixture evenly over the noodles.
  9. Top with one-third of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend.
  10. Repeat layers two more times, ending with a layer of ricotta, a thin layer of pulled pork, and a light sprinkling of the cheese blend. Reserve some cheese for the final topping.
  11. Bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through. During the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle the reserved cheese over the top.
  12. Remove from oven and let stand for 15 minutes before cutting and serving.
  13. Serve with garlic bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

98g

Carbs

12g

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Beef & Red Meat Pork Recipes American Southern Baking

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