Creating a classic homemade lasagne involves layering rich meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and tender pasta, resulting in a comforting and delicious dish. Here’s a step-by-step guide to preparing this Italian favourite.

Ingredients

For the meat sauce:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 500g minced beef
• 100g pancetta or bacon lardons
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery sticks, diced
• 2 tablespoons tomato purée
• 400g tin chopped tomatoes
• 150ml red wine
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the béchamel sauce:

• 50g butter
• 50g plain flour
• 600ml whole milk
• A pinch of grated nutmeg
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For assembly:

• 250g dried lasagne sheets
• 200g mozzarella cheese, grated
• 50g Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

1. Prepare the meat sauce:
   • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
   • Add pancetta and cook until it begins to crisp.
   • Stir in minced beef, cooking until browned.
   • Incorporate carrots and celery; cook for a few minutes until softened.
   • Mix in tomato purée, cooking for another minute.
   • Pour in red wine, allowing it to reduce slightly.
   • Add chopped tomatoes and oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
   • Let the sauce simmer gently for at least 45 minutes, allowing flavours to meld.
2. Prepare the béchamel sauce:
   • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour, cooking for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
   • Gradually whisk in milk, ensuring a smooth consistency.
   • Bring to a gentle boil, stirring continuously until thickened.
   • Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
3. Assemble the lasagne:
   • Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan)/350°F/gas mark 4.
   • In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce.
   • Cover with lasagne sheets.
   • Spoon over some béchamel sauce, then sprinkle with mozzarella.
   • Repeat layers (meat sauce, pasta, béchamel, mozzarella) until ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of béchamel and remaining mozzarella.
   • Sprinkle Parmesan on top.
4. Bake:
   • Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
   • Remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until golden and bubbling.
   • Let the lasagne rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

For additional tips and variations, you might explore these resources:

• dontgobaconmyheart.co.uk
• theenglishkitchen.co
• triedandloved.com

These guides offer insights into perfecting your lasagne, from ingredient selection to layering techniques.

Enjoy your homemade lasagne!

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