Spicy Lasagna

Official MAGGI®
Spicy Lasagna
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Intermediate
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
25 min
Recipe Info - Cook Time
Cook 
45 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
10 servings

Give the classic lasagna a Latin kick with crumbled spicy chorizo and a hint of green peppers. The ideal meal to make-ahead or for a large family feast.

Spicy Lasagna transforms the traditional lasagna dish into a fiesta of flavors with Official MAGGI® ingredients. This intermediate-level recipe is perfect for those family dinners where you want to add a touch of warmth and excitement to your meal. The rich and spicy notes come from the Mexican chorizo, which is balanced perfectly with the hints of green peppers.

Incorporating key ingredients from the Official MAGGI® lineup, this lasagna is made extra savory with MAGGI Granulated Chicken Flavor Bouillon and given a distinct depth with NESCAFÉ CLÁSICO 100% Pure Instant Coffee Granules. The creamy blend of shredded Monterey Jack cheese and the crumbly Cotija cheese ties the dish together, capturing the essence of Latin-inspired comfort food.

Whether it's for a Father's Day feast or a cozy winter dinner, Spicy Lasagna is your go-to dish, ideal for special occasions or straightforward family meals. Let MAGGI® help you bring excitement to the dinner table with this flavorful and hearty lasagna recipe that will leave your guests asking for seconds.

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Ingredients

Make It

Step 1

Cook beef, stirring occasionally, in a large skillet over medium heat until no longer pink; add chorizo, bouillon, 1 teaspoon black pepper, oregano and coffee granules. Stir to mix well. Add bell pepper, onion, garlic and crushed red pepper. Cook until vegetables are tender. Add diced tomatoes with juice; cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Remove from heat; set aside.

Step 2

Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions. Spray two large baking sheets with cooking spray. Drain noodles and lay flat to dry in single layer on baking sheets.

Step 3

Preheat oven to 375° F.

Step 4

Combine ricotta cheese, egg, Cotija cheese and remaining 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Set aside.

Step 5

Add ½ cup tomato sauce to bottom of 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Add a layer of 3 lasagna noodles, ricotta mixture, then second layer of 3 lasagna noodles. Add ½ of the meat mixture, a third layer of 3 lasagna noodles, 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese and remaining meat mixture. Top with final layer of 3 noodles, remaining tomato sauce and remaining 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese. Sprinkle with basil.

Step 6

Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until cheese begins to bubble. Cool for 15 minutes before serving.

Ingredients

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