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Classic Lasagna with Béchamel Recipe

Classic Lasagna with Béchamel Recipe
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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Classic Lasagna recipe featuring layers of rich Ragu Bolognese, creamy Béchamel sauce, and a trio of cheeses. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or special occasions.

Ingredients

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For the Ragu Bolognese:

  • 2 large onions
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 lb ground beef
  • 5 garlic cloves
  • 3 beef bouillon cubes
  • ¾ cup red wine
  • 2 cans crushed/chopped tomato (28oz/800g cans)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried Italian mixed herbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup water

For the Béchamel (White Sauce):

  • 6 tablespoon butter
  • ¾ cup AP flour
  • pinch mustard powder
  • 6 cups milk
  • salt and pepper

For the Lasagna:

  • 10 oz dried lasagna sheets
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar/Monterey jack
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated parmesan
  • finely chopped parsley/basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Ragu Bolognese: Peel and finely chop the onion. Heat the olive oil in a pan, add onion, cook until softened. Add beef, garlic, bouillon cubes, red wine, tomatoes, sugar, Worcestershire Sauce, herbs, salt, pepper, water. Simmer for 2 hours.
  2. Béchamel: Melt butter, add flour, mustard powder, whisk, gradually add milk, cook until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. To Assemble: Preheat oven. Layer ragu, lasagna sheets, ragu, béchamel. Repeat twice. Top with remaining béchamel, cheeses. Bake, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, make the ragu a day ahead and refrigerate overnight.
  • You can substitute ground pork or a mix of pork and beef for the ground beef in the ragu.
  • Ensure the lasagna sheets are fully covered with sauce to prevent them from drying out during baking.
  • A thick layer of béchamel on top creates a luscious, creamy finish.

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Keywords: Classic Lasagna, Homemade Lasagna, Comfort Food, Italian Pasta Dish

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