Name: Traditional Lasagna Italian Style
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef; 1 cup onion; 2 cloves garlic; 1 can crushed tomatoes; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 cup butter; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups milk; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 12 ounces lasagna noodles; 2 cups mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Traditional Lasagna Italian Style

A classic Italian lasagna recipe made with layers of rich meat sauce, creamy bechamel, and gooey cheese, baked to perfection.

Author: AI-Leen Brown Cuisine: Italian

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Prep Time 30 mins Cook Time 1 hr Rest Time 15 mins Total Time 1 hr 45 mins Difficulty: Intermediate Servings: 1 Estimated Cost: $ 20 Best Season: Winter

Instructions

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain excess fat.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in the warm milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add nutmeg.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a layer of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange a third of the noodles over the sauce. Spread a third of the bechamel sauce over the noodles. Sprinkle with a third of the mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. Repeat layers twice.
Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes or until bubbly and golden. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting.

Resting allows the lasagna to set and makes it easier to slice.