Jamie Oliver Lasagne Recipe
This Jamie Oliver Lasagne Recipe is warm, rich and full of comfort. It is perfect for family meals and special dinners.
Ingredients
For the Meat Sauce:
- 500 g ground beef
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the White Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
For Layering:
- 9 lasagne sheets
- 1 cup grated cheese
Instructions
Prepare the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 180°C. This ensures even cooking and a perfect bake.
Cook the Meat
- Heat oil in a pan. Add onion and garlic. Cook until soft. Add beef and cook until browned.
Add Tomato Sauce
- Pour in tomato sauce. Add oregano, salt and pepper. Let it simmer for 10–15 minutes.
Make White Sauce
- In another pan, melt butter. Add flour and stir. Slowly add milk. Cook until smooth and thick.
Prepare Baking Dish
- Grease your baking dish lightly. This prevents sticking and helps easy serving.
Start Layering
- Add a layer of meat sauce. Place lasagne sheets on top. Spread white sauce over them.
Repeat Layers
- Repeat the layers. Keep adding meat, pasta, and white sauce. Do this until ingredients are used.
Add Cheese
- Sprinkle grated cheese on top. This creates a golden and tasty crust.
Bake the Lasagne
- Place the dish in the oven. Bake for 40–50 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Rest and Serve
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before cutting. This helps layers stay firm. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for better flavor
- Add vegetables like carrots or spinach
- Use chicken instead of beef
- Try whole wheat pasta sheets
- Add extra cheese for a richer taste
- Let lasagne rest before slicing