Brazilian Lasagna

Indulge in the decadent layers of Brazilian Lasagna, a mouthwatering twist on the classic Italian favorite featuring a rich blend of flavors and textures. This comforting dish combines tender lasagna noodles with a hearty ground beef and tomato sauce, creamy homemade béchamel, smoky slices of cooked ham, and a generous topping of gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Enhanced by aromatic garlic, onions, and a hint of nutmeg, this recipe offers a luscious balance of savory and creamy elements. Ideal for family dinners or special gatherings, this Brazilian spin on lasagna is baked to golden perfection and served fresh from the oven. Ready in just over an hour, it’s an irresistible crowd-pleaser sure to become a new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 sheets Lasagna noodles
• 500 grams Ground beef
• 2 cups Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes
• 1 large Onion
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 3 cups Milk
• 1 pinch Nutmeg
• 250 grams Cooked ham
• 3 cups Mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the saucepan and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the meat sauce for about 15 minutes. Set aside.

Step 6

In a smaller saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 2-3 minutes, whisking constantly.

Step 7

Slowly pour the milk into the butter and flour mixture while whisking to avoid lumps. Cook the béchamel sauce until it thickens, seasoning with a pinch of nutmeg. Set aside.

Step 8

In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom.

Step 9

Add a layer of lasagna noodles, followed by more meat sauce, a layer of ham, a layer of mozzarella cheese, and a layer of béchamel sauce.

Step 10

Repeat the layering process until all the ingredients are used, ending with a layer of béchamel sauce on top.

Step 11

Sprinkle the top with a generous amount of Parmesan cheese and the remaining mozzarella cheese.

Step 12

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 13

Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2971.3 grams (2971.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4200

Total Fat 287.20g	368%
Saturated Fat 131.40g	657%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.70g
Cholesterol 978mg	326%
Sodium 10365mg	451%
Total Carbohydrate 123.30g	45%
Dietary Fiber 13.00g	46%
Total Sugars 67.80g
Protein 289.60g	579%

Vitamin D 383IU	1915%
Calcium 4423mg	340%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 4371mg	93%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.0%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 11.6%