Lasagna Burgers combine juicy Italian-seasoned beef with marinara, ricotta, and melted mozzarella on garlic-herb toasted buns. The familiar lasagna flavors are stacked around two large grilled patties, then finished briefly under a broiler or over indirect grill heat.
The recipe makes exactly 2 large burgers. Preparation takes 10 minutes, cooking takes 6 minutes, and the listed total is 16 minutes. The patties grill for 3 minutes per side for medium doneness.
Lasagna Burger Ingredients
For the patties, use 1 pound 80%-lean ground beef, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, plus salt and black pepper to taste.
The lasagna layers require ½ cup ricotta, ¾ cup marinara sauce, and 2 cups shredded mozzarella. Use exactly 2 large hamburger buns. Mix 2 tablespoons softened butter with ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning and ¼ teaspoon garlic powder for the buns.
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How to Make Lasagna Burgers
- Gently mix beef with 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning. Form 2 large patties, indent the centers, and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Mix softened butter with ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
- Preheat the grill on high with its lid closed, then reduce to medium-high. Grill patties 3 minutes per side without pressing.
- Butter the cut bun sides and grill 1–2 minutes.
- Layer marinara, patty, ricotta, more marinara, and mozzarella on each bottom bun. Melt cheese under the broiler for 1–2 minutes or by indirect grill heat, add tops, and serve.
For food-safety guidance while cooking, use the USDA safe minimum temperature chart.
Use Eighty-Percent-Lean Beef
Season and Form Two Patties
Make Garlic-Herb Butter
Preheat the Grill Correctly
Grill Three Minutes per Side
Toast Two Garlic-Herb Buns
Start with Marinara and Beef
Add Ricotta, Sauce, and Mozzarella
Melt the Cheese
Close and Serve Immediately
Adjust Doneness Safely
Avoid a Collapsing Burger
Conclusion
Mix 1 pound 80%-lean beef gently with 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, form two indented patties, and season. Mix butter with ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Preheat the grill high, reduce to medium-high, and grill patties 3 minutes per side. Butter and toast two buns for 1–2 minutes. Layer marinara, beef, ricotta, more marinara, and mozzarella. Melt for 1–2 minutes under the broiler or over indirect grill heat, close, and serve two burgers.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How many Lasagna Burgers does the recipe make?
It makes exactly two large burgers.
- → How long do the patties grill?
For medium doneness, grill for 3 minutes per side.
- → Why indent the patties?
A small center indent helps prevent puffing and keeps the patty flatter.
- → How can I melt the mozzarella?
Broil the open burgers for 1–2 minutes or use foil over the cooler side of a closed grill.