Lasagna

Lasagna Recipe (4–6 people)

Ingredients

  • 12 lasagna sheets

  • 500 g mixed minced meat

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped

  • 800 g diced tomatoes or passata

  • 2 tablespoons of tomato paste

  • 1 tsp oregano or Italian herbs

  • Olive oil

  • Peper and salt

Béchamel sauce

  • 40 g butter

  • 40 g flour

  • 500 ml milk

  • Peper, salt, nuttmeg

Further

  • 150–200 g grated cheese (e.g., mozzarella or Emmental)

  • Optional: Parmesan

Preparation

  1. Meat sauce: Heat olive oil, sauté onion and garlic. Add minced meat and cook until browned. Stir in tomato paste, add tomatoes and herbs. Let simmer gently for 15–20 minutes. Season to taste.

  2. Béchamel: Melt butter, stir in the flour, and cook briefly. Gradually add milk and whisk until you have a smooth sauce. Season with pepper, salt, and nutmeg.

  3. Build up: Preheat the oven to 180°C. Start with a layer of meat sauce, then lasagna sheets, béchamel, and some cheese. Repeat and finish with béchamel and cheese.

  4. Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes until the top is golden brown. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.