Difficulty: Moderate | Serves: 6-8
Layer upon layer of rich, slow-cooked meat sauce, velvety béchamel, and perfectly baked pasta—this Classic Italian Meat & Béchamel Lasagna is the ultimate expression of authentic Italian comfort food. 🏆🍷 Every bite melts in your mouth with bold flavors, creamy textures, and just the right amount of cheesiness, making it perfect for a family dinner, holiday feast, or weekend indulgence!
Ingredients For Classic Italian Meat & Béchamel Lasagna
☑ 12 lasagna sheets (cooked al dente) 🍝
☑ 1 lb (450g) ground beef & Italian sausage (or beef & pork mix) 🥩
☑ 1 medium onion, finely chopped 🧅
☑ 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
☑ ½ cup red wine (for richness in the sauce) 🍷
☑ 3 cups crushed tomatoes or marinara sauce 🍅
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 tomato paste
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 dried oregano & basil 🌿
☑ Salt & black pepper to taste
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 red pepper flakes (optional for a little heat) 🌶️
☑ 2 tablespoons🥄 olive oil 🫒
🔥Béchamel Sauce (White Sauce)
☑ 3 tablespoons🥄 butter 🧈
☑ 3 tablespoons🥄 all-purpose flour
☑ 3 cups warm milk 🥛
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 nutmeg (for extra depth of flavor)
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 salt & white pepper
🔥Cheese Layers
☑ 1 cup ricotta cheese (or mascarpone for a richer texture)
☑ 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 🧀
☑ 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for depth of flavor)
👨🍳 Cooking Steps For Classic Italian Meat & Béchamel Lasagna
- 🥧Prepare the Meat Sauce
Heat olive oil in a pan, sauté onions & garlic until fragrant. Add ground beef & sausage, cooking until browned.
Stir in red wine, letting it reduce for 5 minutes.
Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
Simmer for 30 minutes, allowing flavors to develop.
🥧Make the Béchamel Sauce
In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in flour, whisking until golden.
Gradually pour in warm milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
Add nutmeg, salt, and white pepper, cooking until smooth and creamy.
🥧Assemble the Lasagna
Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in a baking dish.
Add lasagna sheets, followed by béchamel sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
Repeat layers, finishing with béchamel and a generous topping of cheese. - 🥧Bake to Perfection
Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes.
Remove foil and bake uncovered for 15 more minutes, until golden brown and bubbly. - 🥧Serve & Enjoy!
Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil and a drizzle of olive oil for the perfect finish “Classic Italian Meat & Béchamel Lasagna”Creamy, meaty, and layered with love—this Classic Italian Meat & Béchamel Lasagna is the definition of comfort! Who’s ready for a bite of Italy?
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