Making Lasagna Meets Cheeseburger – Parmesan Garlic Bacon Style is an easy and rewarding process. Follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook Noodles: In a large pot, boil water. Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
3. Brown the Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, add chopped bacon. Cook until crispy; remove and set aside, leaving the drippings.
4. Sauté Onions and Garlic: In the same skillet with bacon drippings, add diced onion and garlic. Sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Cook the Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess grease.
6. Combine Meat Mixture: In a bowl, combine the cooked beef, sautéed onion, garlic, and bacon. Add salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
7. Mix Cheese Filling: In another bowl, mix ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and egg. Stir until combined.
8. Begin Layering: To assemble, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce at the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Place 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce.
9. Add Meat: Spoon half of the meat mixture over the noodles. Top with half of the cheese mixture and a third of the marinara sauce.
10. Repeat Layers: Repeat layering with another 3 noodles, the remaining meat mixture, another half of the cheese mixture, and a third of the sauce.
11. Final Layer: For the final layer, place the last 3 noodles on top. Spread the remaining marinara sauce, and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
12. Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place in the preheated oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
13. Golden Finish: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
14. Cool and Serve: Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before cutting. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

These straightforward steps will guide you in creating this remarkable fusion dish with ease and confidence.