Layers of pasta and beef-tomato sauce bake beneath a creamy, bubbling cheese top. Bacon and finely diced vegetables give the meat sauce extra depth.
A spoonable meat sauce makes Lasagne easy to layer without dry corners. This version uses creme fraiche for a quick creamy topping, with mozzarella for stretch and Parmesan for a browned crust.
Cook regular dried pasta sheets before assembly and keep the sauce thick enough to coat a spoon. Resting the pan after baking lets the layers settle so each portion lifts cleanly.
Method
Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook bacon for until golden, then add onion, celery and carrot and cook for until soft.
Add garlic for , then ground beef. Cook for , breaking it up, until browned and 160°F. Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, honey, water, salt and black pepper. Simmer for until thick.
Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil lasagna noodles in a large pot of water for until just tender, then drain and lay separately on a tray.
Spread a little meat sauce in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Layer noodles and remaining sauce in three layers, ending with sauce. Spread creme fraiche over the top and scatter with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Bake for until bubbling and golden. Rest for , then scatter with basil and cut into eight portions.
Forkue tips
- Avoid overlapping the pasta heavily; trim sheets where needed so every layer heats evenly.
Storing and reheating
Keep the lasagne refrigerated for up to 3 days or freeze portions for 2 months. Reheat covered at 350°F until the center is steaming hot, uncovering briefly to brown the top.
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Lasagne: FAQ
Can I assemble it ahead?
Yes, refrigerate the assembled pan for up to a day. Bake covered initially, then uncover to brown; allow extra time for the cold center to heat.
Can I use oven-ready noodles?
They need more liquid than the precooked noodles used here. Use the noodle package instructions to adjust sauce moisture and baking time.
How do I store and reheat Lasagne?
Keep the lasagne refrigerated for up to 3 days or freeze portions for 2 months. Reheat covered at 350°F until the center is steaming hot, uncovering briefly to brown the top.
How long does Lasagne take?
About 1 hr 40 min in total: 30 min prep and 1 hr 10 min cooking.
What do I need to make Lasagne?
The key ingredients are bacon, onion, celery, carrot, garlic and ground beef, plus pantry basics.
Any tips for Lasagne?
Avoid overlapping the pasta heavily; trim sheets where needed so every layer heats evenly.
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