Bubble Up Lasagna is a quick and easy twist on traditional lasagna that uses biscuit dough as the base instead of traditional noodles. This comforting dish is made with layers of meat sauce, cheese, and biscuits, all baked together for a bubbly, cheesy, and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Bubble Up dishes get their name from the way the biscuit dough "bubbles up" around the meat sauce and cheese layers as it bakes, creating a bubbly, golden-brown crust on top. The sauce for this lasagna recipe is typically made with ground beef or sausage, tomato sauce, and Italian seasonings, while the cheese layer includes a combination of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan. This hearty and satisfying casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or anytime you're in the mood for a comforting and delicious Italian-inspired dish.
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What do I need to make Lasagna with Biscuits?
- ground beef or Italian sausage
- spaghetti sauce
- ricotta cheese
- tube refrigerated biscuits
- mozzarella cheese, shredded
- parmesan cheese
FAQs
Bubble Up Lasagna is a fun and easy twist on traditional lasagna. It features all the classic lasagna flavors and ingredients but uses refrigerated biscuit dough instead of lasagna noodles. As it bakes, the biscuits "bubble up" and create a delicious, fluffy base that absorbs the savory sauce and cheese.
Yes, you can prepare the casserole up to the baking step. Cover it tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, remove it from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before baking as directed.
Yes, you can freeze Bubble Up Lasagna. Assemble the casserole as directed but do not bake it. Wrap it tightly with plastic wrap and then with aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then bake as directed, adding an additional 10-15 minutes to the baking time if needed.
Absolutely! You can add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini to the meat sauce for extra nutrition and flavor. Sauté the vegetables with the meat or separately before adding them to the sauce.
If you prefer, you can use refrigerated pizza dough or crescent roll dough as an alternative to biscuit dough. Cut the dough into small pieces and proceed with the recipe as directed.
Top Tips
- Cut the biscuits with either a knife, pizza cutter, or kitchen scissors.
- Use the full size tube of biscuits (16 oz). Buttermilk or butter biscuits work fine.
- If you need extra seasonings, add in onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, or any of your favorites.
- Garnish with fresh herbs such as basil or parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
- Let the bubble up lasagna rest for 10 minutes after baking to allow the cheese to settle and the flavors to meld together.
- If desired, prepare the dish ahead of time and keep it refrigerated for up to 2 days. To do this, prepare as you normally would, then cover and refrigerate until you are ready to cook it.
How to make Bubble Up Lasagna
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Prepare your 9x13" baking dish. Cut each biscuit into 8-10 pieces.
- In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, and 1 cup of spaghetti sauce.
- Gently fold biscuits with the sauce to coat. Spread into prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle ½ to 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Cook Italian sausage or hamburger, breaking it into crumbles. Drain any excess grease. Place meat back into the pan and stir in the remainder of the spaghetti sauce.
- Spread meat mixture on top of biscuits and cheese. Sprinkle 2 cups of mozzarella on top.
- Bake uncovered 30-35 minutes or until biscuits are thoroughly cooked. Serve hot and enjoy!
Bubble Up Lasagna Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 24 oz spaghetti sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 16 oz. tube refrigerated biscuits
- 2-3 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Prepare your 9x13" baking dish. Cut each biscuit into 8-10 pieces.
- In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, and 1 cup of spaghetti sauce.
- Gently fold biscuits with the sauce to coat. Spread into prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle ½ to 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Cook Italian sausage or hamburger, breaking it into crumbles. Drain any excess grease. Place meat back into the pan and stir in the remainder of the spaghetti sauce.
- Spread meat mixture on top of biscuits and cheese. Sprinkle 2 cups of mozzarella on top.
- Bake uncovered 30-35 minutes or until biscuits are thoroughly cooked. Serve hot and enjoy!
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