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Beef lasagna

Calories & nutrition facts

homemade

149
calorieskcal per 100 g
Protein8.6 g
Carbs11 g
Fat7.4 g

Nutrition facts

Per 100 g% DV
  • Calories 149 kcal —
  • Protein 8.6 g 17%
  • Carbohydrate 11 g 4%
  • Fat 7.4 g 9%
  • Saturated fat 4.1 g 20%
  • Fibre 1.4 g 5%
  • Sugars 3.2 g —

Questions about Beef lasagna

How long should you bake beef lasagne, and at what temperature?

Bake at 180°C fan (200°C conventional) for about 35–45 minutes, until browned and bubbling at the edges. Leave it to rest for 10 minutes before cutting so the layers hold together.

How do you stop beef lasagne turning watery?

Simmer the beef and tomato sauce uncovered until it is thick, rather than leaving it runny. Use a moderate amount of béchamel, and make sure the sauce covers the pasta sheets so they cook evenly.

Can you assemble beef lasagne the day before?

Yes. Cover it and keep it in the fridge overnight, then bake it straight from chilled; it may need a little longer in the oven. Make sure it is piping hot throughout before serving.

How should you store leftover beef lasagne?

Cool leftovers promptly, refrigerate within two hours and eat within 48 hours. Reheat only once, until steaming hot throughout, or freeze portions and defrost them in the fridge before reheating.

What do you serve with beef lasagne?

A crisp green salad with a sharp vinaigrette balances the rich mince and béchamel. Garlic bread is a familiar side, but you can skip it if the pasta makes the meal filling enough.

Does beef lasagne have more energy than vegetarian lasagne?

Beef lasagne has 149 kcal per 100 g, compared with 139 kcal per 100 g for vegetarian lasagne.

Why is it usually spelt “lasagne” in the UK?

Lasagne is the usual British spelling for the baked pasta dish. In Italian, lasagne is the plural form of lasagna, the name for a single pasta sheet.

Source: ausnut F005146 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded