Maella

Ingredients

Directions

  1. 1

    Bring a pan to the hob and place on a medium heat. Once hot, spray with low calorie cooking oil and fry the onions and garlic for a couple of minutes until soft.

  2. 2

    Next, add the lean minced beef and fry until browned, breaking up any lumps with a wooden spoon.

  3. 3

    Drain any excess fat from the pan and add the diced peppers. Fry for a further 3-4 minutes until the peppers are soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the chopped tinned tomatoes, passata and beef stock. Season with Peri Peri seasoning and Peri Peri Sauce.

  5. 5

    Mix well to combine and simmer on a low heat for around 15-20 minutes.

  6. 6

    Prepare the white sauce by gently melting the butter in a small saucepan on a low heat. Whisk in the plain flour and milk. Once bubbling, stir in the reduced fat cheddar cheese. Gently simmer until the sauce thickens.

  7. 7

    Cut into each lasagne sheet into 4/5 strips. Submerge the lasagne sheets into the bolognese sauce and cook for a further 5 minutes or so.

  8. 8

    Pour the white sauce over the top of the lasagne and top with the grated four cheese blend.

  9. 9

    Transfer to pan to a hot grill, and grill for around 8 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and turned golden.

  10. 10

    Garnish with a drizzle of Peri-Peri sauce & a few dollops of chilli jam.

  11. 11

    Serve with mixed leaf salad and enjoy!