Description
A delicious and creamy lasagna layered with ham and cheese, topped with a rich Mornay sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 lasagna noodles
- 2 cups cooked ham, diced
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Add nutmeg, salt, and pepper to the sauce, then remove from heat.
- In a baking dish, layer 3 lasagna noodles, half of the ricotta cheese, half of the ham, and a third of the Mornay sauce.
- Repeat the layers, finishing with the remaining noodles and Mornay sauce on top.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the ham and add more vegetables.
- Can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Ham & Cheese Lasagna, Creamy Mornay Sauce, Lasagna Recipe