Description
Cajun Lasagna is a mouthwatering fusion of Italian comfort and bold Louisiana flavors. This hearty dish features layers of oven-ready pasta, spicy sausage, rich cheeses, and robust sauce infused with Cajun seasoning. Each bite delivers a delightful kick that makes it perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare and customize, Cajun Lasagna can be made ahead of time for convenience without compromising on taste. Serve it with a fresh salad or garlic bread for a complete meal that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- Oven-ready lasagna noodles
- Spicy Italian sausage
- Onion
- Garlic
- Crushed tomatoes
- Cream cheese
- Shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese
- Cajun seasoning
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, sauté chopped onion in olive oil until translucent. Add minced garlic and ground sausage; cook until browned.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and Cajun seasoning; simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with half of the shredded cheese.
- Layer ingredients in a greased baking dish: start with sauce, then noodles, cream cheese mixture; repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with sauce and remaining cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 60mg