
Gourmet Lasagna
A delicious and satisfying lasagna recipe with a twist. Perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion.
Equipment Needed
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Large Skillet
- Saucepan
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 500.00 gGround Beef(Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.)
- 2.00 Onion(Finely chopped.)
- 2.00 clovesGarlic(Minced.)
- 2.00 tbspOlive Oil(For sautéing.)
- 2.00 tbspTomato Paste(Adds depth of flavor.)
- 400.00 gCrushed Tomatoes(Diced tomatoes work well too.)
- 1.00 tspDried Oregano(Fresh oregano can be used.)
- 1.00 tspSalt(To taste.)
- 0.50 tspBlack Pepper(Freshly ground is best.)
- 1.00 cupVegetable Broth(Low sodium preferred.)
- 9.00 Lasagna Noodles(Choose your preferred type.)
- 7.00 dlMilk(Whole milk for richer flavor.)
- 3.00 dlParmesan Cheese(Shredded.)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until softened.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
Estimated time: 8 minutes
Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Estimated time: 3 minutes
Simmer the sauce for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Estimated time: 15 minutes
In a separate saucepan, whisk together milk and flour until smooth.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Bring the milk mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened.
Estimated time: 8 minutes
Stir in half of the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
Estimated time: 3 minutes
Layer the lasagna noodles, meat sauce, and béchamel sauce in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Top with remaining Parmesan cheese.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
Estimated time: 30 minutes