Creamy Four-Cheese Lasagna Recipe Perfect for Tisha B'Av Meals

This article presents a rich, easy-to-make four-cheese lasagna recipe ideal for a dairy meal during Tisha B'Av, the nine days of mourning in the Jewish calendar. The dish features layers of pasta sheets, a creamy béchamel sauce, and a blend of mozzarella, yellow cheese, ricotta or cottage cheese, and Parmesan, baked until golden and bubbly.

To prepare the béchamel sauce, butter is melted and mixed with flour, then milk is gradually added while stirring until thickened, seasoned with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. The lasagna is assembled by layering tomato sauce, pasta sheets, béchamel, and the cheeses, repeating until ingredients are used up. The top layer is finished with béchamel, yellow cheese, Parmesan, and dried oregano.

The lasagna is baked at 180 degrees Celsius for about 40 minutes until golden and bubbling. It is recommended to let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing to maintain its structure. This festive and filling dish pairs well with a large vegetable salad and warm garlic bread, making it a perfect family meal for the nine days of mourning.