Taste of Home
Lasagna Dip
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 25 min. Cook: 15 min.
YIELD: 3 cups dip (36 chips).
My lasagna noodle chips turned out great and are out-of-this-world crispy. And the dip truly tastes like rich, cheesy Italian-American lasagna. —Linda Cifuentes, Mahomet, Illinois
Ingredients
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6 uncooked lasagna noodles
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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Oil for deep-fat frying
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DIP:
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1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage
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2 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese
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1 cup spaghetti sauce
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
Directions
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1.
Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions; drain. Cut noodles into 2-in. pieces; prick each piece several times with a fork. Mix Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
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2.
In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry noodles in batches 1-2 minutes or until golden brown, turning once. Drain on paper towels. Immediately sprinkle with cheese mixture.
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3.
For dip, in a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 4-6 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into fine crumbles. Stir in ricotta, spaghetti sauce, garlic and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
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4.
Transfer to a 1-qt. microwave-safe dish. Sprinkle with Italian cheese. Microwave, covered, on high for 45-60 seconds or until cheese is melted. Serve with lasagna chips.
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