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Lasagna Bolognese

Hearty Homemade Lasagna Bolognese for Cozy Gatherings

This Lasagna Bolognese is a comforting dish with savory layers and rich flavors, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bolognese Sauce
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or Pork Mix of meats for rich flavor.
  • 4 oz Pancetta Can substitute with bacon.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 1 medium Carrot Diced.
  • 1 stalk Celery Chopped.
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste For flavor intensity.
  • 28 oz Canned Crushed Tomatoes Fire-roasted for smokiness.
  • 1 cup Red Wine Or vegetable broth for non-alcoholic.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 bay leaves Bay Leaf
  • 1 tbsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tbsp Dried Thyme
For the Béchamel Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour works as well.
  • 3 cups Whole Milk Warmed.
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg Freshly grated for more flavor.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Melted into sauce.
For the Lasagna Assembly
  • 12 oz Lasagna Noodles Egg type preferred, or no-boil noodles.
  • 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella Or shredded cheese.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Medium Saucepan
  • 9x13 baking dish
  • Whisk
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Bolognese Sauce
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, sauté diced pancetta for about 5 minutes until crisp.
  2. Add ground meats and cook for 10-15 minutes, breaking them apart, until browned.
  3. Incorporate minced onion, carrot, and celery, cooking until softened—about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, followed by red wine and canned crushed tomatoes.
  5. Allow to simmer gently for 2.5 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
Cook Lasagna Noodles
  1. In a large pot of salted water, bring to a boil.
  2. Add egg lasagna noodles and cook for about 4 minutes until al dente.
  3. Drain and lay flat on a greased sheet with olive oil.
Béchamel Sauce
  1. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in flour, cooking for about 2 minutes until light golden.
  3. Gradually add warmed milk, whisking continuously until thickened—about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in nutmeg and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Assemble Lasagna
  1. Grease a 9x13 baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Spread béchamel sauce on the bottom and add a layer of cooked noodles.
  3. Top with Bolognese sauce, more béchamel, and fresh mozzarella.
  4. Repeat the layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with béchamel and Parmesan.
Bake Lasagna
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour.
  2. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden.
  3. Let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow the baked lasagna to rest for at least 15 minutes for better slicing. Customize with your favorite vegetables.

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