Ā Ingredients:
For the Lasagna āSheetsā:
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3 large eggs
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60 ml (¼ cup) heavy cream
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½ tsp baking powder
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Pinch of salt
For the White Cheese Sauce:
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200 ml (about ¾ cup + 1 tbsp) heavy cream (30% or higher)
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100 g shreddedĀ Ā cheeseĀ (cheddar, gouda, or similar)
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp garlic powder
For the Meat Filling:
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600 g (1.3 lbs) ground meat (pork-beef blend, 60/40)
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Spices to taste: rosemary, smoked paprika, garlic, dried tomato powder
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¾ tsp salt
Other:
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150ā200 g sliced cheese (like gouda or cheddar) for layering
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80 g shredded cheese for topping
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Butter or baking paper for greasing the pan
Ā Instructions:
Ā Step 1: Make the Lasagna Sheets
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Preheat your oven to 180°C (355°F).
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Whisk togetherĀ eggs, cream, baking powder, and saltĀ until smooth.
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Pour mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment or a silicone mat. Use a spatula to spread into a thin rectangle.
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Bake forĀ 15 minutes, or until firm and lightly golden.
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Let it cool slightly, then flip onto a rack, peel off the parchment, and cut intoĀ 4 rectangular sheets.
Ā Step 2: Make the White Sauce
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In a saucepan over medium heat, combineĀ cream, shredded cheese, salt, and garlic powder.
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Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce slightly thickens. Reduce heat if needed to avoid burning.
Ā Step 3: Cook the Meat
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In a skillet, cook theĀ ground meatĀ over medium-high heat with all the spices and salt.
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Stir frequently and cook until browned and cooked through (aboutĀ 7ā10 minutes).
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Taste and adjust seasoning.
Ā Step 4: Assemble the Lasagna
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Line a loaf pan (about 24Ć14 cm / 9Ć5 inches) with baking paper.
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Layer like this:
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Lasagna sheet
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Spoon of white sauce
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Spoon of cooked meat
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Layer of sliced cheese
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Repeat 3 times
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Final top layer: lasagna sheet + remaining white sauce + shredded cheese
Ā Step 5: Bake
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Bake in the oven at 180°C (355°F) for 25 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
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Let cool slightly before slicing into portions.
Ā Tips:
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This dish gets even better after resting for a few minutes.
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You can make it ahead and reheat ā it stores well in the fridge.
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Feel free to add extra spices or use blue cheese or Parmesan for stronger flavor.