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    Home » Snacks & Appetizers » Appetizers » Lasagna Dip

    Lasagna Dip

    Published: Jan 11, 2022 · Modified: Feb 15, 2022 by Kate · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Lasagna Dip is pure cheesy, comforting goodness. This recipe takes everything good about lasagna and turns it into an easy dip recipe.

    A toasted baguette slice scooping up lasagna dip.

    My favorite way to eat lasagna is to use a garlic knot or some garlic bread to scoop up all of the sauce. The combination of the bread, the sauce, and the cheese are all so perfect together!

    This Lasagna Dip gets rid of the noodles in a classic lasagna recipe and leaves you with all of that melty cheesy goodness of the marinara sauce and cheese filling.

    It's a warm, comforting appetizer that's perfect any time (like when you're watching a certain big game). So, if you like lasagna, you'll love this dip!

    Ingredients for lasagna dip in dishes.

    Ingredients and substitutions

    • Italian sausage - Mild or hot Italian sausage will work. Chicken or turkey Italian sausage will also work.
      You could substitute an equal amount of ground beef, but the dip won't be quite as flavorful.
    • Onion - I like to use sweet yellow onion.
    • Garlic
    • Crushed tomatoes
    • Dry basil - Or use an equal amount of Italian seasoning.
    • Ricotta cheese - Part-skim ricotta or whole-milk ricotta will work. I don't recommend fat-free ricotta cheese in this recipe.
    • Large egg
    • Parmesan cheese
    • Mozzarella cheese - An equal amount of an Italian cheese blend will also work.

    How to make lasagna dip

    Preheat oven to 350 F. Lightly grease a shallow baking dish; set aside.

    Italian sausage in a silver skillet.

    In a skillet, brown sausage over medium heat. Try to break the pieces up; you don't want any giant pieces of sausage in the dip.

    >>Top tip: Depending on how nonstick your pan is, you may find that you need to add a tablespoon of oil to the pan before adding the sausage to prevent sticking.

    Drain, and return to pan.

    Italian sausage garlic and onion in a silver skillet.

    Add onion and garlic; sauté for 30 seconds, stirring the entire time.

    Tomato sauce and seasonings on top of browned Italian sausage.

    Add tomatoes, basil, and salt to taste. Let simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

    Egg parmesan and ricotta in a glass mixing bowl.

    While the sauce simmers, stir together ricotta, egg, and ¼ cup Parmesan cheese.

    Ricotta cheese mixture in a shallow dish.

    Spread cheese mixture into the bottom of prepared baking dish.

    Marinara with Italian sausage on top of ricotta cheese.

    Add the tomato sauce on top of the ricotta cheese mixture.

    Shredded mozzarella cheese on top of tomato sauce.

    Then sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and Italian cheese. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

    Serve sprinkled with fresh basil on top of the dip, if desired.

    A white dish of lasagna dip surrounded by baguette slices.

    Serving suggestions

    The dip is great served with garlic knots or garlic breadsticks for dipping. You can also use toasted baguette slices, pasta chips, or regular breadsticks as dippers.

    A sliced baguette in lasagna dip.

    Storage

    Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. The dip will keep for up to 4 days when properly stored.

    More dip recipes!

    • Spinach Artichoke Dip
    • Loaded Sour Cream Dip
    • Cinnamon Roll Dip with Cinnamon Sugar Naan Chips
    • Cannoli Dip Recipe
    • Pimento Cheese Dip

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    A toasted baguette slice scooping up lasagna dip.

    Lasagna Dip

    Easy lasagna dip recipe that has all of the flavor of a pan of lasagna in a quick and easy dip!
    5 from 2 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 220kcal
    Author: Kate @ I Heart Eating

    Ingredients

    • ½ pound Italian sausage
    • ¼ cup chopped onion
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • 15 ounce can crushed tomatoes
    • ½ tablespoon dried basil
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • 1 ½ cups ricotta cheese
    • 1 large egg
    • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese divided
    • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 F. Lightly grease a shallow baking dish; set aside.
    • In a skillet, brown sausage. Try to break the pieces up; you don't want any giant pieces of sausage in the dip.
    • Drain, and return to pan.
    • Add onion and garlic; sauté for 30 seconds, stirring the entire time.
    • Add tomatoes, basil, and salt and pepper to taste.
    • Let simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    • While the sauce simmers, stir together ricotta, egg, and ¼ cup Parmesan cheese.
    • Spread cheese mixture into the bottom of prepared baking dish.
    • Top with tomato sauce, and then sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and Italian cheese.
    • Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
    • This dip is especially good when served with garlic knots

    Notes

    • Italian sausage - Mild or hot Italian sausage will work. Chicken or turkey Italian sausage will also work.
    • Onion - I like to use sweet yellow onion.
    • Dry basil - Or use an equal amount of Italian seasoning.
    • Ricotta cheese - Part-skim ricotta or whole-milk ricotta will work. I don't recommend fat-free ricotta cheese in this recipe.
    • Mozzarella cheese - An equal amount of an Italian cheese blend will also work.
    • Nutrition values are estimates. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 568mg | Potassium: 295mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 535IU | Vitamin C: 14.2mg | Calcium: 272mg | Iron: 3.9mg
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    Originally published 1/15/14. Updated with new photos, tips, and information on 1/11/22.

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    Kate got her first cookbook when she was five years old, and she hasn't stopped cooking since then! Her delicious recipes have been featured on Food Network, MSN, Better Homes & Gardens, Buzzfeed, The Huffington Post, and more. When she's not cooking or baking, she can be found on her mini farm with her husband and her five kids.

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    Comments

    1. Gen

      December 05, 2018 at 9:31 am

      5 stars
      This dip is SO good!!!

      Reply
    2. Jay Mumford

      September 18, 2018 at 6:45 pm

      Can you make this in a crock pot/slow cooker? If so how does the recipe differ? I want to take it to football tailgates and we have a huge amount of people popping by at the games.

      Reply
      • Kate

        September 19, 2018 at 9:57 am

        I've wondered about that, but I haven't tried it. I would guess that it would work, but I'm not sure exactly which setting would be best (i.e. warm vs low) or about times.

        Reply
    3. Maurice

      January 29, 2015 at 2:05 am

      Hey Kate These Lasagna Dip Looks Really Delicious. This recipe has really got my mouth watering :P Ill Definitely Give this Recipe a Try on this Weekend :) P.S. Pinned it to My Pinterest ;)

      Reply
      • Kate

        January 29, 2015 at 9:34 am

        Thank you, Maurice! I hope you enjoy it as much as we do! Thanks for pinning! =)

        Reply
    4. Susan

      August 06, 2014 at 4:36 pm

      Hi, this really sounds good but I do not like ricotta cheese , could I use something else in it place. Thank you
      for your help....Susan

      Reply
      • Kate

        August 06, 2014 at 9:56 pm

        Thanks! I'm not sure if they'd work exactly the same, but mascarpone and cottage cheese would be my suggestions. Good luck!

        Reply
    5. wanderingeducators

      January 29, 2014 at 2:57 pm

      Oh my, THIS is why I love pinterest so. THANK YOU! will make!

      Reply
      • Kate

        January 29, 2014 at 6:21 pm

        I hope you enjoy it!! =)

        Reply
    6. Carrie @ Kenarry: Ideas for the Home

      January 26, 2014 at 4:00 pm

      I was surfing Google+ when I spotted the picture of your delicious looking lasagna dip on the round up of Super Bowl recipes that The NY Melrose Family just posted. The timing was perfect as I was just thinking about what I'd make for the friends who are coming over next weekend for the big game. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Kate

        January 26, 2014 at 5:22 pm

        I'm so glad you saw the dip and decided to come by to check it out! I hope you and your friends enjoy it if you decide to make it. =)

        Reply
    7. Gloria // Simply Gloria

      January 20, 2014 at 4:29 pm

      I'm such a dip girl! I'm so happy you shared this with all of us at the SSS party, Kate! Pinning and sharing (=

      Reply
      • Kate

        January 22, 2014 at 1:33 pm

        Me too! I love dips and appetizers. Thanks so much, Gloria!! =)

        Reply
    8. Robin @ Simply Southern Baking

      January 15, 2014 at 5:42 pm

      Oh my goodness! This looks sooo amazing! I'm pretty sure it would not last long around here. :)

      Reply
      • Kate

        January 15, 2014 at 11:42 pm

        Thanks so much!! =)

        Reply
    9. Trish - Mom On Timeout

      January 15, 2014 at 3:12 pm

      Genius. Just genius. Pinning!

      Reply
      • Kate

        January 15, 2014 at 11:42 pm

        Thanks!! And thanks for pinning! =)

        Reply
    10. Happy Valley Chow

      January 15, 2014 at 2:23 pm

      Oh man that sounds awesome! Bookmarked and trying :)

      Happy Blogging!
      Happy Valley Chow

      Reply
      • Kate

        January 15, 2014 at 11:43 pm

        Thanks! I hope you enjoy it! =)

        Reply
    11. Jen @ It's a Food Fetish

      January 15, 2014 at 8:57 am

      This is such a perfect little appetizer for a dinner party!

      Reply
      • Kate

        January 15, 2014 at 11:43 pm

        Thanks!! =)

        Reply

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