South African Styled Beef Mince Lasagna

In a frying pan, heat oil.

Add onions, thyme, ginger, and garlic paste. Allow to simmer for 3 minutes.

Add mince and cook for 10 minutes, turning every 5 minutes. Allowing water to dry.

Add garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt to taste. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes.

Add grated tomatoes and canned tomato puree. If too sour, add sugar.

Cook for 15 minutes on low heat. Set aside to cool down.

In a heated pan, add butter and allow to melt.

Add flour and stir with a hand whisk to prevent sticking and lumps.

Add milk and stir continuously until desired texture is achieved.

Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.

In an oven tray, place lasagna sheets followed by cooked mince and white sauce. Repeat the procedure 2 more times.

Place in a preheated oven at 180°C and bake for 15 minutes.

Remove from oven, top with grated cheese, and bake for a further 10 minutes.