Fri, Mar 15, 2024
Beef Lasagna
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Lasagna is one of those dishes that instantly transports me back to family gatherings, where everyone is eagerly waiting for that first slice. This dairy-free version of beef lasagna is not only a hit in my household but also at our neighborhood potlucks. It's always amusing to see the surprise on people's faces when they realize it's dairy-free.
The secret to this recipe's success? It's all about layering the flavors. From the rich beef sauce to the creamy dairy-free béchamel, every bite is a delightful experience. I remember the first time I tried this recipe; it was a chilly autumn evening, and the warmth of the lasagna was just what we needed.
I stumbled upon the idea of a dairy-free lasagna when a friend with lactose intolerance came over for dinner. Determined to create something everyone could enjoy, I experimented with different dairy alternatives. The result was a lasagna that was not only lactose-friendly but also incredibly tasty.
Cooking this lasagna has become a tradition in our home. Each time I make it, I'm reminded of the laughter and stories shared around the dinner table. It's amazing how food can bring people together and create lasting memories.
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Beef Lasagna
Servings:
8 ServingPrep Time:
1 HourCook Time:
40 MinutesDinner
Winter
Lasagna
Beef
Comfort food
Ingredients
Beef Sauce
- 1 ea
- Onion
chopped
- 3 clove
- Garlic
minced
- 500 g
- Ground beef
- 400 g
- Cherry tomatoes
Canned
- 3 whole
- Tomato
Diced
- 2 cup
- Beef stock
- 1 tsp
- Dried oregano
- 1 tsp
- Dried basil
- 2 tblsp
- Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tblsp
- Brown sugar
Heaped
- 1 tsp
- Salt
- 0.5 tsp
- Black pepper
Dairy-Free Béchamel
- 150 g
- Dairy-free spread
- 100 g
- Plain flour
- 750 ml
- Dairy-free milk
(i use oat)
- 1 tsp
- Salt
- 1 tblsp
- Wholegrain mustard
- 1 tsp
- Dijon mustard
- 1 sprig
- Parsley
Chopped
Assembly
- 250 g
- Lasagna sheets
- 200 g
- Dairy-free cheese
grated
Method
Prepare the Beef Sauce
1
Heat
Oil in a large pan over medium heat. add chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened.
2
Caramelize beef
Personally, I like to salt the beef and grill it on the bbq until it is nicely caramelized on one side, before returning it to the pot. you can also just fry it in the pan, although you will probably struggle to get it to brown.
3
Stir in
The remaining beef sauce ingredients and leave to simmer on the stove on medium heat until a slightly thicker consistency.
Prepare the Dairy-Free Béchamel
1
Make roux
Melt dairy-free spread in a saucepan over medium heat. stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
2
Whisk in milk
Whisk in the milk quickly to prevent clumps.
3
Add remaining
Add remaining béchamel ingredients and season until tasty.
Assemble the Lasagna
1
Preheat
Preheat oven to 180°c (350°f).
2
Assemble the layers
Add a layer of lasagna sheets, then beef sauce, then white sauce. repeat until ingredients are finished.
3
Final layer
I usually finish with a layer of pasta sheets, white sauce and a sprinkle of dairy free cheese and any herb you have handy (dried or otherwise).
4
Bake
Place in preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until golden, bubbling and crispy around the edge.
Notes
1
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the beef sauce.
2
Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving for easier slicing.
3
Pairs perfectly with a light leafy green salad & vinaigrette.
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Comments
This lasagna was a hit at our dinner party! No one could believe it was dairy-free.
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Mon, Jul 15, 2024
Can I use coconut milk instead of almond milk for the béchamel?
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Wed, Aug 21, 2024
Tried this recipe for my family, and everyone loved it! Will definitely make it again.
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Fri, Sep 06, 2024
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