Classic Lasagna with Layers of Rich Sauce and Cheese
Lasagna is the epitome of comfort food, bringing together hearty layers of pasta, meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and gooey cheese. This recipe combines all the elements of a perfect lasagna, with a step-by-step guide to achieving that golden, bubbly top.
Ingredients
For the Meat Sauce:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or pork
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (14 oz or 400 g) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups (500 ml) tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Béchamel Sauce:
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 cups (750 ml) milk
- A pinch of nutmeg (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Lasagna Layers:
- 9 lasagna sheets (no-boil or pre-cooked)
- 2 cups (200 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese