Lasagna Recipe
Layered pasta dish with meat sauce and béchamel sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Meat Sauce
Béchamel Sauce
Cheese Layer
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Lasagna Noodles
Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the lasagna noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Meat Sauce Preparation
- 2
Cook the Meat Sauce
In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Béchamel Sauce Preparation
- 3
Assembly
- 4
Assemble the Lasagna
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Layer 3 lasagna noodles on top, followed by a portion of the meat sauce, a layer of béchamel sauce, and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers, finishing with noodles, béchamel sauce, and a generous amount of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- 5
Bake the Lasagna
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling. Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
