10/08/2025
Here’s the full, step-by-step lasagna recipe with all ingredients, quantities, and detailed cooking instructions.
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Homemade Lasagna Recipe
Ingredients
For the Meat Sauce
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
500g (1 lb) minced beef or chicken
1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
½ tsp black pepper powder
1 tsp red chili flakes (optional for spice)
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil (optional)
2 cups tomato puree or pasta sauce
2 tbsp tomato paste
½ cup water (if sauce gets too thick)
For the White Sauce (Béchamel)
3 tbsp butter
3 tbsp all-purpose flour (maida)
3 cups milk (room temperature)
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp nutmeg powder (optional, for flavor)
½ cup grated cheddar or mozzarella cheese (optional for creaminess)
For Assembling
8–10 lasagna sheets (boil according to packet instructions)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tbsp butter or oil (for greasing the baking dish)
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Method
1. Prepare the Meat Sauce
1. Heat olive oil/butter in a large pan over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent.
3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
4. Add minced beef or chicken, cook until browned and no pink remains.
5. Season with salt, black pepper, chili flakes, oregano, and basil.
6. Add tomato puree and tomato paste, stir well.
7. Let it simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally. If it’s too thick, add a little water.
8. Turn off the heat and set aside.
2. Make the White Sauce
1. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Add flour and whisk for 1–2 minutes to remove raw taste.
3. Slowly pour in milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
4. Keep whisking until sauce thickens.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
6. Stir in cheese (optional) for extra creaminess.
3. Boil the Lasagna Sheets
1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil with a pinch of salt.
2. Add lasagna sheets one by one to prevent sticking.
3. Boil according to the packet (usually 8–10 minutes) until slightly soft but not mushy.
4. Drain and lay them flat on a greased tray or plate to avoid sticking.
4. Assemble the Lasagna
1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Grease a baking dish with butter or oil.
3. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce at the bottom.
4. Place a layer of lasagna sheets.
5. Spread meat sauce over the sheets, then pour white sauce, and sprinkle mozzarella & cheddar cheese.
6. Repeat layers (sheets → meat sauce → white sauce → cheese) until all ingredients are used.
7. Finish with a layer of white sauce topped with extra cheese for a golden crust.
5. Bake
1. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30–35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
2. Let it rest for 10 minutes before cutting and serving — this helps it set.
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💡 Serving Tip: Pair your lasagna with garlic bread and a fresh salad for a complete meal.
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