Italian Lasagna Recipe

Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that has become a beloved comfort food around the world. It’s a layered pasta dish that is typically made with a rich meat sauce, creamy bechamel sauce, and plenty of cheese. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make an authentic Italian lasagna that will have your taste buds singing “amore”.

Italian Lasagna Recipe

In this recipe, we'll show you how to make an authentic Italian lasagna that will have your taste buds singing "amore".

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

Course Casserole, Dinner, Lunch, Main Dishes, Pasta

Cuisine Italian

Servings 4 people

Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

• Large Pot For Boiling Pasta
• Large Skillet For Making The Sauce
• Whisk
• Mixing bowl
• Baking Dish 9x13 Inch
• Sharp Knife
• Cutting Board
• Measuring Cups & Spoons

Ingredients

  

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• 8 oz Lasagna Noodles
• 1 lb Ground Beef
• 1 Onion Chopped
• 3 Garlic Cloves Minced
• 1 can Crushed Tomatoes (28 Oz.)
• 1 tsp Dried Basil
• 1 tsp Dried Oregano
• 1/4 cup Butter
• 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 2 cups Milk
• 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg
• 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated Grated
• 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Shredded
• Salt To Taste
• Black Pepper To Taste

Instructions

 

• Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
• In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until it is browned. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
• Add the can of crushed tomatoes, dried basil, and dried oregano to the skillet. Stir everything together and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 20-30 minutes, until it has thickened and the flavors have melded together.
• In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the all-purpose flour to make a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly, until the mixture has thickened. Add the ground nutmeg and grated Parmesan cheese and stir everything together.
• Preheat the oven to 375°F.
• To assemble the lasagna, spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Add a layer of lasagna noodles on top of the sauce. Spread a layer of bechamel sauce over the noodles, and then sprinkle some shredded mozzarella cheese over the bechamel. Repeat the layers until you've used up all the ingredients, ending with a layer of meat sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
• Cover the lasagna with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• Let the lasagna cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Slow Cooker Instructions:

Lasagna can be made in a slow cooker by layering the ingredients in the same way as the oven-baked version. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25lasagnaCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 38gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 880mgFiber: 3g

Keyword Italian, Italian lasagna, lasagna, pasta

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