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Amy's Lasagne With A White And Red Sauce Recipe

This isn't your grandma's lasagna! Amy's award-winning recipe features a creamy white sauce and rich red sauce, layered with perfectly cooked noodles and melted mozzarella. A secret spice elevates this classic dish to new heights, creating a flavor explosion in every bite. Leftovers are just as delicious! This recipe uses no-boil noodles for ultimate convenience, and you can customize it with Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese for extra flair. Get ready for a lasagna experience like no other!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 462.9 kcal
Protein 46g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Amy's Lasagne With A White And Red Sauce

  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 24 oz jar marinara sauce
  • 1 (12 ounce) box lasagna noodles
  • 3-4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (optional)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

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How to Make Amy's Lasagne With A White And Red Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch (or larger) baking dish.
  2. If using oven-ready noodles, skip to step 4. If using regular noodles, cook according to package directions, then cool completely.
  3. **Make the white sauce (béchamel):** In a medium saucepan, melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter over medium heat. Whisk in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour until smooth and light brown (a roux). Gradually whisk in 3 cups whole milk and 1 cup heavy cream. Continue whisking until smooth and thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg. Remove from heat.
  4. **Prepare the red sauce:** Brown 1 lb Italian sausage (or ground beef) in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease. Add 24 oz jar of your favorite marinara sauce and heat through.
  5. **Assemble the lasagna:** Layer 1/3 of the noodles in the prepared baking dish. Spread 1/2 of the red sauce over the noodles, followed by 1/2 of the white sauce and 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
  6. Repeat layers: noodles, red sauce, white sauce, mozzarella cheese.
  7. Top with remaining noodles, a final layer of red sauce, and the remaining mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (optional) and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional).
  8. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown. Let stand for 15-20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

94g

Carbs

4g

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