Classic Beef Lasagne

Indulge in the comforting flavors of a Classic Beef Lasagne, the ultimate crowd-pleaser that combines layers of rich meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and perfectly tender pasta sheets. Made with a robust blend of ground beef, aromatic garlic, and Italian herbs, this lasagne is elevated with a velvety béchamel sauce infused with a hint of nutmeg for a touch of elegance. Topped with melty mozzarella and golden parmesan, it’s baked to bubbly perfection. With its hearty, homemade essence and cheesy allure, this dish is perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or any occasion calling for a cozy, satisfying meal. Easy to make and utterly irresistible, this recipe promises to be your go-to for classic Italian comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 500 grams ground beef
• 800 grams canned chopped tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 250 grams lasagne sheets
• 50 grams butter
• 50 grams all-purpose flour
• 600 milliliters milk
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 200 grams mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high, add the ground beef, and cook until browned, breaking up any lumps with a spoon.

Step 5

Stir in the canned chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes.

Step 6

While the sauce is simmering, make the béchamel sauce. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 7

Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a paste.

Step 8

Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and thickened. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

Step 9

Season the béchamel sauce with a pinch of salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.

Step 10

To assemble the lasagne, spread a layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 11

Place a layer of lasagne sheets over the meat sauce. Ensure the sheets cover the sauce completely.

Step 12

Spread a layer of béchamel sauce over the lasagne sheets, followed by a handful of mozzarella cheese.

Step 13

Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of béchamel and a generous topping of mozzarella and parmesan cheese.

Step 14

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 15

Remove the foil and bake for another 20-25 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Step 16

Allow the lasagne to rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3352.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5997.2

Total Fat 285.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 135.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 846.8mg	0%
Sodium 7051.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 593.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.4g	0%
Total Sugars 97.2g
Protein 278.1g	0%

Vitamin D 340.3IU	0%
Calcium 3972.3mg	0%
Iron 32.8mg	0%
Potassium 6827.1mg	0%

*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: 42.4%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 39.2%