Hearty Beef Lasagna with Rich Bechamel Sauce
Ingredients:
- 250 grams ground beef
- 6 lasagna sheets (La Fonte brand)
- 1/2 block cheddar cheese
- 1 stick mozzarella cheese
- 250 cc ultra milk
- 1 large onion
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cloves
- A pinch of nutmeg
- Butter or margarine (3 tablespoons)
- La Fonte bolognese sauce (quantity as needed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Bolognese Sauce:
- In a skillet, sautรฉ the chopped onion in a bit of oil or butter until fragrant and translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the pan and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the La Fonte bolognese sauce, adding approximately 150 cc of water to thin it out if necessary. Mix well and let it simmer for a few minutes until the flavors meld together. Set aside.
2. Make the Bechamel Sauce:
- In a saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture forms a smooth, golden paste (roux).
- Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to stir until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir in the cheddar cheese until it melts completely. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. Assemble the Lasagna:
- Preheat your oven to 180ยฐC (350ยฐF).
- Lightly grease a 25×25 cm baking dish with a little butter or oil.
- Spread a thin layer of the bechamel sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Arrange one layer of uncooked lasagna sheets over the sauce.
- Evenly spread a layer of bechamel sauce over the lasagna sheets, followed by a layer of La Fonte bolognese sauce.
- Add a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat the layering process, finishing with a final layer of bechamel sauce and La Fonte bolognese sauce on top.
- Sprinkle additional mozzarella cheese over the top.
4. Bake:
- Place the lasagna in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
5. Serve:
- Allow the lasagna to rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help it set and make it easier to cut into portions.
Enjoy this hearty, comforting beef lasagna with its rich layers of savory sauce and melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish promises a delicious and satisfying meal.
