Lasagne
Discover this authentic Italian Lasagne recipe — a quick and easy dish that's an impressive dish that showcases your cooking skills. Made with olive oil, bacon, onion and 12 more fresh ingredients, this recipe guides you through 5 detailed steps to create a truly memorable meal. Ready in about 11 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're cooking for family, friends, or a special occasion, this italian classic is sure to impress.
20
Prep Time (min)
1
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
450
Calories/serving
Hard
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 tblsp Olive Oil
- 2 Bacon
- 1 finely chopped Onion
- 1 Stick Celery
- 1 medium Carrots
- 2 cloves chopped Garlic
- 500 g Minced Beef
- 1 tbls Tomato Puree
- 800 g Chopped Tomatoes
- 1 tblsp Honey
- 500 g Lasagne Sheets
- 400 ml Creme Fraiche
- 125 g Mozzarella Balls
- 50 g Parmesan Cheese
- Topping Basil Leaves
Instructions
5 steps · ~81 minutes total
Step 1
Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Use kitchen scissors to snip the bacon into small pieces, or use a sharp knife to chop it on a chopping board. Add the bacon to the pan and cook for just a few mins until starting to turn golden. Add the onion, celery and carrot, and cook over a medium heat for 5 mins, stirring occasionally, until softened.
8 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 2
Add the garlic and cook for 1 min, then tip in the mince and cook, stirring and breaking it up with a wooden spoon, for about 6 mins until browned all over.
8 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 3
Stir in the tomato purée and cook for 1 min, mixing in well with the beef and vegetables. Tip in the chopped tomatoes. Fill each can half full with water to rinse out any tomatoes left in the can, and add to the pan. Add the honey and season to taste. Simmer for 20 mins.
15 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 4
Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. To assemble the lasagne, ladle a little of the ragu sauce into the bottom of the roasting tin or casserole dish, spreading the sauce all over the base. Place 2 sheets of lasagne on top of the sauce overlapping to make it fit, then repeat with more sauce and another layer of pasta. Repeat with a further 2 layers of sauce and pasta, finishing with a layer of pasta.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.Step 5
Put the crème fraîche in a bowl and mix with 2 tbsp water to loosen it and make a smooth pourable sauce. Pour this over the top of the pasta, then top with the mozzarella. Sprinkle Parmesan over the top and bake for 25–30 mins until golden and bubbling. Serve scattered with basil, if you like.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your italian meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Lasagne is a beloved dish from Italian cuisine, originating in Italy. With a total preparation time of about 21 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for any day of the week.
Italian cuisine is renowned worldwide for its emphasis on simple, quality ingredients and time-honored techniques. Each region of Italy has its own distinct culinary traditions, passed down through generations.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 15 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
For authentic lasagne, it's best to use lasagne noodles made from durum wheat. You can choose between fresh or dried noodles, but fresh will give you a softer texture.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
