How to make it
5 steps. Take it one step at a time.
Heat olive oil in a large pan
Heat olive oil in a large pan. Add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until soft and translucent.
5 minAdd ground beef to the pan
Add ground beef to the pan and cook until browned. Stir in tomato paste and crushed tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper, then simmer on low heat for 30 minutes.
35 minIn a separate saucepan, melt butter
In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes without browning. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and thickened. Stir in nutmeg and a pinch of salt.
10 minPreheat oven to 180°C
Preheat oven to 180°C (356°F). In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer a small amount of Bolognese sauce, followed by lasagna sheets, more Bolognese, Béchamel, and a sprinkle of Parmesan and Mozzarella. Repeat until ingredients are used, ending with a layer of Béchamel and cheese.
10 minBake for 35-40 minutes
Bake for 35-40 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbling.
40 min
A little kitchen wisdom
For the best results, let the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes after baking to ensure clean slices. If you use no-boil lasagna sheets, make sure your sauce is slightly more liquid so they cook through.
