- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 500 kcal
Quick summary
“Learn how to make a delicious Lasagna Bolognese, a versatile and tasty recipe that requires little preparation time and offers many health benefits.”
What you need to know
- Ease of preparation: only 20 minutes of preparation and 30 minutes of cooking.
- Versatility: can be made with alternative ingredients like zucchini for a low carb version.
- Creamy texture: fresh cheese added for an even creamier flavor.
- Nutrition: can be adapted to include vegetables.
- Special version with red wine in the sauce.
Ingredients
Main
- 500g of lasagna noodles (pre-cooked)
- 400g of ground beef
- 1 liter of tomato sauce
- 300g of sliced mozzarella cheese
- 150g of grated parmesan cheese
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fine herbs to taste (oregano, basil)
- Use fresh cheese for an even creamier texture.
- Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving to make cutting easier.
- Try adding vegetables to the sauce, such as carrot or zucchini, for a more nutritious version.
- For a special flavor, use red wine in the sauce.
- The dough can be replaced by zucchini leaves for a low carb version.
Instructions
Principal
- In a pan, brown the onion and garlic in olive oil.
- Add the ground beef and cook until well browned.
- Add the tomato sauce and season with salt, pepper, and fine herbs. Cook for 10 minutes.
- In a pan, start assembling the lasagna: place a layer of sauce, followed by a layer of pasta, mozzarella cheese, and more sauce.
- Repeat the layers until the ingredients are finished, finishing with mozzarella and parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover the pan with aluminum foil and place in the oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the aluminum foil and let it gratin for another 10 minutes or until golden brown.
Chef's tips
- Add vegetables to the sauce for a more nutritious version.
- Substitute lasagna noodles with zucchini slices for a low carb version.
- Add fresh cheese for an even creamier texture.
Variations
- Add carrot to the sauce for a more nutritious version.
- Replace red wine with white wine for a lighter version.
- Substitute lasagna noodles with zucchini slices for a low carb version.
Substitutions
- Substitute lasagna noodles with zucchini slices for a low carb version.
- Replace mozzarella cheese with particle cheese.
- Replace the tomato sauce with chili sauce.
How to store
To store, let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving to facilitate cutting. It keeps well at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Can it be frozen?
Can be frozen. If you want to freeze, reserve the lasagna rested for 10 minutes before serving. To defrost, remove from the refrigerator and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
What to serve with
Serve with a green leaf salad to balance the lasagna sauce.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ideal storage duration for lasagna?
The lasagna keeps well at room temperature for up to 3 days. Reserve the rested lasagna for 10 minutes before serving.
How can I make the lasagna more nutritious?
Add carrots to the sauce for a more nutritious version. Additionally, you can replace the cheese with particle cheese.
How can I substitute lasagna noodles?
Lasagna noodles can be replaced with zucchini leaves for a low carb version. If you prefer, it can also be replaced by spaghetti or tagliatelle pasta.
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