Homemade Beef Lasagna
Prep
30 min
Cook
45 min
Total
1 h 15 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
520 kcal
Real beef lasagna: a slow-simmered meat sauce, a silky bechamel, tender pasta sheets and a golden parmesan crust. A generous, comforting Italian classic, perfect for a weekend family meal.
Ingredients
- 12 lasagna sheets
- 500 g ground beef
- 400 g chopped tomatoes
- 1 onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 50 g butter
- 50 g flour
- 500 ml milk
- 80 g grated parmesan
- Olive oil, salt, pepper
Method
- 1Saute the onion and garlic, add the beef and brown it.
- 2Add the tomatoes, season and simmer for 20 minutes.
- 3Make the bechamel: butter + flour, then whisk in the milk.
- 4Layer the dish: sauce, pasta, bechamel, alternating.
- 5Finish with bechamel and parmesan.
- 6Bake for 25 minutes at 180 C until golden.
Tips & tricks
- Let it rest 10 minutes before cutting for clean slices.
- A touch of nutmeg lifts the bechamel.
Variations
- Vegetarian: replace the meat with vegetables or lentils.
- With salmon and spinach for a seafood version.
Storage
3 days refrigerated, or frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
520 kcal
Protein
28 g
Carbs
45 g
Fat
24 g
Fibre
4 g
Sugar
8 g
Ingredient substitutions
- Butter : coconut oil, plant-based margarine or nut butter (dairy-free / vegan).
- Eggs : apple sauce (50 g per egg) or 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water.
- Milk : plant-based drink (almond, oat, soy).
- Wheat flour : a gluten-free flour blend (rice + buckwheat) or ground almonds.
- Parmesan : nutritional yeast or another hard cheese.
- Ground meat : cooked lentils, textured soy protein or chopped mushrooms.
What to serve it with
- A dressed green salad
- Fresh bread or a starchy side
- Roasted seasonal vegetables
- A wine matched to the dish (to taste)
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to make "Homemade Beef Lasagna"?
Allow about 30 min of prep and 45 min of cooking, i.e. 1 h 15 min in total for 6 servings.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Its difficulty is "Medium". Following the steps in order and our tips, it stays accessible.
Can I make "Homemade Beef Lasagna" ahead and store it?
3 days refrigerated, or frozen for up to 2 months.
How many servings does this recipe make?
The quantities are for 6 servings. To adjust, simply multiply or divide the ingredients by the number of guests.
How many calories per serving?
One serving provides about 520 kcal, including 28 g of protein, 45 g of carbs and 24 g of fat.
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