Beef Lasagna Al Forno

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground Beef
• 12 sheets Lasagna Sheets
• 800 g Crushed Tomatoes
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 500 ml Whole Milk
• 50 g Butter
• 50 g All-purpose Flour
• 200 g Mozzarella Cheese
• 50 g Parmesan Cheese
• 1 tsp Dried Oregano(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).

2. 2

   In a large pan, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until soft. Add ground beef and brown thoroughly.

3. 3

   Stir in crushed tomatoes and oregano. Simmer for 20 minutes to create the ragu.

4. 4

   In a separate saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, and gradually add milk while whisking constantly until thickened to create the béchamel sauce.

5. 5

   In a baking dish, layer a small amount of meat sauce, followed by lasagna sheets, more meat sauce, and a layer of béchamel.

6. 6

   Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a thick layer of béchamel sauce.

7. 7

   Top with shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan.

8. 8

   Bake for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbling.

9. 9

   Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.