Homemade Lasagna

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Homemade Lasagna recipe, a rich and hearty classic made from scratch. This dish features layers of tender lasagna noodles, a savory meat sauce with ground beef and pork, and a luscious homemade béchamel sauce infused with a hint of nutmeg. Creamy ricotta, melty mozzarella, and flavorful parmesan cheeses are sprinkled throughout each layer, creating a gooey, cheesy masterpiece. Perfectly baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this lasagna is worth every minute of its preparation time. Ideal for family dinners or meal prepping, this recipe serves 8 and is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Discover how the perfect balance of Italian herbs and fresh ingredients makes this lasagna an irresistible classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 1 medium, chopped onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 12 sheets lasagna noodles
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 cups milk
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 15 ounces ricotta cheese
• 1.5 cups, grated parmesan cheese
• 2 cups, shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase heat to medium-high and add the ground beef and pork. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.

Step 5

Stir in oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and tomato paste. Cook for 2 minutes.

Step 6

Add crushed tomatoes. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

In a separate pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until a paste forms, cook for 1 minute.

Step 8

Gradually whisk in milk to avoid lumps. Cook and stir for about 5-7 minutes until thickened.

Step 9

Stir in nutmeg and salt to taste. Remove from heat.

Step 10

In a large pot, bring water to a boil, slightly salted. Cook lasagna noodles until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 11

Spread a thin layer of meat sauce at the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 12

Layer 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce.

Step 13

Spread one-third of the béchamel sauce over the noodles, followed by one-third of the ricotta, and then one-third of the remaining meat sauce.

Step 14

Sprinkle with one-third of the parmesan and mozzarella cheese.

Step 15

Repeat the layering process two more times, finishing with cheese on top.

Step 16

Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes covered.

Step 17

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Step 18

Allow lasagna to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3994.3 grams (3994.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7391

Total Fat 365.50g	469%
Saturated Fat 170.60g	853%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.30g
Cholesterol 1264mg	421%
Sodium 6447mg	280%
Total Carbohydrate 665.50g	242%
Dietary Fiber 39.30g	140%
Total Sugars 99.60g
Protein 399.20g	798%

Vitamin D 367IU	1836%
Calcium 6022mg	463%
Iron 45mg	249%
Potassium 6465mg	138%

*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: 43.6%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 35.3%