Lactose-free lasagne

Lactose-free lasagne

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Looking for a delicious lactose-free lasagne recipe that will satisfy your craving for comfort food? Look no further than this one. Made with delicious lactose-free dairy products, this dish is just as creamy and satisfying as the Italian original, just without any of the lactose. With layers of savoury tomato and meat, rich white sauce, and tender pasta sheets, this recipe creates the perfect balance of flavours and textures. And the best part? You do not have to sacrifice flavour or texture when making a lactose-free version.
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 225°C (regular oven).
  • Peel and chop onions and garlic cloves. Fry in butter in a frying pan until soft.
  • Add minced meat and stir until it crumbles.
  • Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, pepper, and stock cube. Let the sauce boil for about 5 minutes.
  • Whisk flour into half of the milk in a saucepan.
  • Pour in the rest of the milk and bring to a boil while whisking. Let the sauce boil for about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in 250g of cheese and season with salt.
  • Layer minced meat sauce, cheese sauce, and lasagne sheets in a greased oven-proof dish. Finish with sauce. Sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top.
  • Bake the lactose-free lasagne in the lower part of the oven for about 30 minutes.
Enjoy!
Tip

Take your time to layer the lasagne sauces evenly and make sure to spread the meat sauce and white sauce to the edges to prevent the lasagne sheets from drying out when baked. This way you get the lovely tender texture.

Tip

It is also important to let the lactose-free lasagne rest for at least 10-15 minutes after taking it out of the oven. This allows the flavours to meld together perfectly. It also makes it easier to cut into neat slices and prevents eager eaters from burning themselves on the very hot dish.

Questions about lactose-free lasagne

With an easy lactose-free lasagne recipe, making this favourite everyday dish for all to appreciate is wonderfully simple. Read on to learn more.

Can you make lactose-free lasagne ahead of time?
Yes, you can definitely make lasagna in advance! In fact, some argue that lasagna tastes even better when made ahead of time, as the flavours have a chance to meld together. There are 2 ways to do it. You can prepare and bake the lasagne as instructed in the recipe. Once it is cooled down, you can cover and refrigerate it for later. You can also assemble the lasagne, but instead of baking, cover it tightly with cling film or foil and refrigerate it until you are ready to bake it, ideally no later than 1-2 days.
Can you freeze lactose-free lasagne?
Yes, you can freeze lactose-free lasagne. The key is to allow it to cool completely before freezing it. Once it has cooled, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminium foil and place it in an airtight container or freezer bag. When properly stored, you can freeze it for up to 3 months. When you are ready to eat it, let it thaw overnight in the fridge and then reheat it in the oven until it is hot and bubbly. You can also freeze your uncooked lactose-free lasagne. This may result in fewer structural changes. You do not need to defrost it before baking it but allow for a longer cooking time.
How long can lactose-free lasagne last in the fridge?
If stored correctly, lactose-free lasagne can generally last 3-5 days in the fridge. The best way to store it is to place it in an airtight container. It is important to let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating it. This helps prevent the growth of bacteria. Additionally, make sure the container is tightly sealed to prevent any unwanted odours from contaminating the dish.

Ingredients

Filling
Minced beef
500 g
Yellow onions
2
Garlic cloves
2
Diced tomatoes
400 g
Tomato paste
2 tbsp
Dried oregano
2 tsp
Black pepper
¼ tsp
Vegetable broth
1 dice
Lasagne sheets
9
Lactose-free butter
White sauce
Wheat flour
3 tbsp
Arla® LactoFREE Milk
700 ml
Lactose-free grated cheese
300 g
Salt
½ tsp
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Try this easy recipe for lactose-free lasagne

For many people, lasagne is a dish that brings back fond memories of family gatherings, birthdays, and other special occasions. It is considered a classic comfort food that people often turn to when they want something warm and homely. Lactose-free lasagne too is a hearty and filling dish that provides comfort as well as satisfaction for everyone. It has the same great combination of flavours of pasta, meat sauce, white sauce, and cheese that people know and love.

Make a delicious lactose-free white sauce for lasagne

The Italian darling should be served with a thick sauce. A flavourful white sauce with cheese provides a lovely richness as well as a creamy texture. It is a key element and helps tie the different layers of the dish together.

By selecting great lactose-free products, it is easy to make a lactose-free white sauce for lasagne that is just as scrumptious as other cheese sauces. Milk, flour, and shredded cheese come together to create a creamy sauce filled with savoury goodness. Though it is thick, it is also smooth and has a great mouthfeel. When combined with the chunkier meat sauce it helps give the dish a velvety texture that makes eating it a dream.

The same flavoursome result in a lactose-free version

Like the regular ones, lactose-free lasagne perfectly combines pasta, meat sauce, and cheese sauce, creating a delicious and harmonious blend of flavours. The layers of lasagne sheets, sauce, and cheese meld together when baked, resulting in a dish that is rich, savoury, and flavourful.

The meat sauce is packed with great umami flavour and has a lot of depth. Onions, garlic, minced beef, oregano, and diced tomatoes come together to create the sweet, savoury, and tangy backbone of the dish and the combination of flavours is distinctly Italian.

If you are looking for more great lactose-free versions of Italian classics, we also have recipes for lactose-free spaghetti carbonara and lactose-free white pizza. In case French cuisine is more to your taste, we also have a lovely recipe for lactose-free quiche that you might be interested in.

Make your own version

An easy way to experiment with our lactose-free lasagne recipe is to add slices of cooked vegetables in between the layers of sauces and pasta sheets. Some good options that taste great with a meat sauce with onions, oregano, and tomato are spinach, aubergine, leeks, and courgettes. But you can use any type of vegetable you prefer or vary the dish according to what produce is in season.

You can also play around with different herbs and spices to flavour the sauces. You can use either dry or fresh herbs, depending on your preferences. Tasty herb choices for lactose-free lasagne include basil, rosemary, and bay leaves. All three are popular in Italian cuisine and will bring something different to the meat sauce.

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