Mouthwatering Lasagna with Bacon and Cheese - Chef Emma Kitchen

Ingredients

• 450 g (1 lb) minced beef
• 6 strips crispy bacon, chopped
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 tbsp plain flour
• 2 cups (480 ml) full-fat milk
• 2 cups (200 g) mozzarella, shredded
• 100 g (1 cup) Parmesan, grated
• 50 g (1/2 cup) ricotta, optional
• 100 g (1 cup) cheddar, shredded
• 1 small onion, chopped finely
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, minced
• 12 sheets lasagna, cooked as directed
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp mixed Italian herbs
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper, as needed