A deliciously smoky twist on the classic lasagna, featuring a creamy chipotle bechamel sauce that adds both heat and depth of flavor.
Ingredients
- 9 pieces Lasagna noodles No-boil variety recommended for ease
- 1 pound Ground beef Preferably lean
- 2 cups Marinara sauce Your favorite brand or homemade
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese Whole or part-skim
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese Shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated
- 3 tablespoons Butter Unsalted
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour For thickening
- 2 cups Milk Whole or 2%
- 2 tablespoons Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce Finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the marinara sauce and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour, whisking until it forms a paste.
- Slowly whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped chipotle peppers and remove from heat.
- In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the chipotle bechamel sauce on the bottom.
- Layer 3 lasagna noodles, followed by a portion of the beef sauce, a dollop of ricotta, and a sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan. Repeat layers twice.
- Finish with a generous layer of mozzarella on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 3mg