Lasagna With Balsamella Sauce Recipe

Name: Lasagna With Balsamella Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 -3 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 1/4 lbs italian sweet sausage, cooked and crumbled; 4 shallots, chopped; 2 (28 ounce) cans tomatoes, pureed; 2 teaspoons dried basil; salt and pepper; 30 ounces ricotta cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 4 large eggs; 1 teaspoon sugar; 6 tablespoons butter; 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup milk; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 pinch white pepper; 1 pinch ground nutmeg; 1 (9 ounce) package no-boil lasagna noodles; 2 cups Fontina cheese, grated; 3/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Servings: persons

2 -3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/4 lbs italian sweet sausage, cooked and crumbled
4 shallots, chopped
2 (28 ounce) cans tomatoes, pureed
2 teaspoons dried basil
salt and pepper
30 ounces ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon sugar
6 tablespoons butter
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
1 pinch white pepper
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 (9 ounce) package no-boil lasagna noodles
2 cups Fontina cheese, grated
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated

1
Saute garlic in oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until lightly browned; add sausage and cook 2 to 3 minutes.
2
Add shallots to pan and saute 1 minute; stir in tomato puree and basil. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 40 to 45 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste.
3
During the 40-45 minutes, combine ricotta mixture, and make Balsamella Sauce.
4
Combine ricotta, parsley, eggs, sugar, and pepper to taste, stirring until smooth; set aside.
5
To make Balsamella Sauce:
6
Melt butter in a sucepan over medium heat; remove from heat and add flour, stirring well.
7
Add milk and cream to saucepan and beat with a wooden spoon until smooth.
8
Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; boil, stirring constantly, until thickened. Reduce heat and simmer 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
9
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
10
Spoon a small amount of Balsamella Sauce in the bottom of a greased 9x13x2 inch baking dish; top with lasagne noodles to cover. Layer 1/3 each of ricotta mixture, remaining Balsamella Sauce, and fontina cheese. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese and top with 1/4 of tomato sauce. Cover with a layer of noodles. Repeat layers twice.
11
Top with remaining tomato sauce and Parmesan cheese.
12
Bake at 350 degrees F for 50 to 55 minutes. Let stand at room temperature 20 minutes before serving.
13
Note: This makes a VERY full casserole. You may want to place the dish on a foil-lined baking tray to catch any boiled-over sauce.

1621

kcal

Calories

118

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 -3 garlic cloves, chopped, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 1/4 lbs italian sweet sausage, cooked and crumbled, 4 shallots, chopped, and more.

Yes, Lasagna With Balsamella Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lasagna With Balsamella Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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