Homemade Lasagne

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this *Homemade Lasagne* recipe, a hearty and flavorful classic that's perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Layers of rich, savory meat sauce made with browned minced beef, aromatic herbs, and tangy crushed tomatoes are paired with a creamy, velvety béchamel sauce infused with Parmesan and a hint of nutmeg. Tucked between tender lasagne sheets and blanketed with gooey mozzarella, this dish bakes to golden, bubbling perfection in just over an hour. With its robust flavors, melted cheese topping, and warm, satisfying textures, this lasagne is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Perfectly customizable and easy to prepare, it serves up to six and is an ideal make-ahead meal for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 500 grams Minced beef
• 800 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 50 grams Butter
• 50 grams All-purpose flour
• 500 milliliters Milk
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 125 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
• 250 grams Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 250 grams Lasagne sheets

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks, approximately 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

While the meat sauce is simmering, prepare the béchamel sauce. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 1-2 minutes until it forms a paste.

Step 6

Gradually whisk in the milk, making sure there are no lumps. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Season the béchamel sauce with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir in half of the grated Parmesan cheese and set aside.

Step 8

To assemble the lasagne, spread a layer of meat sauce over the bottom of a baking dish. Cover the sauce with a single layer of lasagne sheets, followed by a layer of béchamel sauce.

Step 9

Sprinkle a handful of mozzarella cheese on top of the béchamel. Repeat the layers, ending with a layer of béchamel sauce.

Step 10

Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top layer.

Step 11

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 12

Allow the lasagne to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2729.6 grams (2729.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4386

Total Fat 227.60g	292%
Saturated Fat 109.10g	546%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.30g
Cholesterol 810mg	270%
Sodium 7902mg	344%
Total Carbohydrate 315.00g	115%
Dietary Fiber 26.50g	95%
Total Sugars 77.10g
Protein 272.00g	544%

Vitamin D 235IU	1175%
Calcium 4195mg	323%
Iron 28mg	156%
Potassium 4651mg	99%

*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: 46.6%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 28.7%