# Chunky Carnivorous Carb-Filled Sandwiches The Lasagna Burger Offers American and Italian Flavors By Kevin Young | Published 2012-04-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lasagna-burger References: [incrediblethings](http://www.incrediblethings.com/food/ultimate-noms-the-lasagna-burger/) & [dudefoods](http://dudefoods.com/lasagna-burger/) The Lasagna Burger offers the perfect combination of American and Italian flavors for food lovers all around the globe. Created by [Nick](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-the-greek-salads) of DudeFoods.com, this carb-filled sandwich is a gluttonous mix and if food junkies eat it enough, they're bound for trip to the doctors. Nick is a notorious pioneer who creates crazy food mash-ups and this time, it's saucy lasagna and juicy grilled beef burgers. Made with almost a pound of hardy beef, the Lasagna Burger is made with Italian sausage, tomato sauce, lasagna noodles, rocotta, mozzarella and topped off with a bun. After assembling it all, the sandwich is oven-baked for a few minutes to achieve that crispy goodness. For pasta and burger lovers, the Lasagna Burger is a crafty sandwich waiting for its next contender. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Food Mash-ups:** The trend of combining different cuisines and dishes to create unique yet delicious food mash-ups allows for disruptive innovation opportunities in the food industry. - **Carb-loaded Sandwiches:** The trend of creating indulgent and over-the-top carb-loaded sandwiches offers opportunities for innovation in the fast-casual dining industry. - **Creative Burger Combos:** The trend of combining unexpected ingredients and flavors to create unique and creative burger combos offers opportunities for innovation in the burger industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Innovation opportunities are available in the food and beverage industry by capitalizing on the trend of creating food mash-ups. - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains can appeal to customers seeking carb-loaded sandwiches by innovating and introducing new, indulgent options on their menus. - **Casual Dining:** Restaurants specializing in burgers can differentiate themselves by creating unique burger combinations to appeal to adventurous diners. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Indulgent QSR-Inspired Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-hac-sandwich.md) - [NYC Neighborhood-Inspired Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-italy-burger.md) - [Cheesy Macaroni-Topped Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smac-cheese-burger.md) - [Macaroni and Cheese Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scorchin-hot-mac-cheese.md) - [Grilled Cheese-Inspired Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grilled-cheese-steakburger.md) - [Hybrid Quesadilla Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quesadilla-burger.md) - [Italian-American Food Mashups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-culinary-crossover.md) - [Breaded Macaroni Patty Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macaroni-cheese-lover-sandwiches.md) - [Lasagna-Centric Menu Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lasagna-fest.md)