Simply Delicious Lasagne

Chef #1049076's Note:

A family favourite that my mum makes... It was obtained from a sample recipe card of 'Simply Delicious' and is without a doubt my favourite ever meal that I always look forward too...Cooking temperature: 180C/350F/gas 4...Freezing: For up to 3 months

• Total Time: 1 hrs 30 mins
• Prep Time: 45 mins
• Cook Time: 45 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 onions , chopped
• 1 garlic clove , crushed
• 1 carrot , chopped
• 450 g lean ground beef
• 400 g tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato puree
• 300 ml beef stock
• 1 pinch salt and pepper , to taste
• 12 sheets lasagna noodles , oven ready
• 50 g parmesan cheese , grated
• 75 g butter
• 75 g plain flour
• 800 ml milk
• 1 pinch nutmeg , grated
• 50 g cheddar cheese , grated

Directions:

1. Grease a 3 litre ovenproof dish. Heat oil in a large pan and fry onions, garlic and carrot for 4-5 minutes Add mince and fry for 3-4 mins until brown.
2. Stir in tomatoes, tomato puree, stock and seasoning. Simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.
3. Melt butter, add flour and stir for 1 minute Remove from heat and gradually add milk. Bring to boil, stirring until thick. Season and add cheddar cheese.
4. Preheat oven (see recipe description). Put 4 sheets lasagne in dish, cover with half meat sauce. Repeat layers, finishing with lasagne, cheese sauce and parmesan. Bake for 45 minutes.
5. Take out and serve.