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Lasagna with Béchamel Sauce

Lasagna with Béchamel Sauce: Comfort Food at Its Best

This Lasagna with Béchamel Sauce is a heartwarming Italian classic that brings comfort and delight to family dinners and gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Lasagna
  • 12 noodles Lasagna can use no-boil or regular
  • 1 pound Ground Beef/Pork or substitute with veggies
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes preferably high quality
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • ½ cup Red Wine optional
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Basil adjust to taste
For the Béchamel Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • ¼ cup Flour
  • 2 cups Milk whole milk preferred
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg optional
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese fresh for melting
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Saucepan
  • baking dish
  • pot
  • Whisk
  • Kitchen towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  2. Stir in ground beef or pork, browning for about 7-10 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Pour in red wine if using and season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk in flour to form a roux. Gradually add milk while whisking. Cook until the béchamel thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and nutmeg.
  4. Cook lasagna noodles in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and lay flat on a towel.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a greased baking dish, layer meat sauce, noodles, béchamel sauce, and cheeses. Repeat layers, finishing with béchamel and cheese on top.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden brown. Let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Let the lasagna rest to allow layers to set for clean slices. High-quality ingredients enhance the overall flavor.

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