Bolognese Lasagna
Savor the ultimate comfort food with this hearty Bolognese Lasagna, a layered masterpiece combining rich, slow-simmered Bolognese sauce, creamy béchamel, and a golden, bubbling cheese topping. Featuring a blend of ground beef and pork, aromatic vegetables, red wine, and a touch of milk for added depth, the sauce is balanced with layers of tender lasagna sheets. The homemade béchamel sauce, enhanced with a hint of nutmeg, adds a luscious creaminess to every bite. Perfectly finished with Parmesan and mozzarella for that irresistibly gooey texture, this dish bakes to perfection in the oven, delivering classic Italian flavors in every forkful. Whether for a family dinner or a special occasion, this iconic lasagna recipe is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large, chopped onion
- 1 large, diced carrot
- 1 diced celery stalk
- 400 grams ground beef
- 200 grams ground pork
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 800 grams canned chopped tomatoes
- 125 milliliters red wine
- 250 milliliters whole milk
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 50 grams butter
- 50 grams all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
- 12 lasagna sheets
- 100 grams, grated parmesan cheese
- 150 grams, shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery, cooking until the vegetables are soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef and pork. Cook until browned, breaking up any lumps with a spoon.
Add the tomato paste and stir for 2 minutes. Then pour in the red wine, allowing it to simmer until mostly evaporated.
Stir in the canned chopped tomatoes, milk, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and let the sauce simmer gently for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally until thickened.
Meanwhile, to make the béchamel sauce, melt the butter in a separate saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to whisk until the sauce simmers and thickens. Season with nutmeg and a pinch of salt.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
To assemble the lasagna, start by spreading a thin layer of Bolognese sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Place a layer of lasagna sheets on top, followed by more Bolognese sauce, a layer of béchamel, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Repeat the layers, finishing with a final layer of béchamel and a generous topping of Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious Bolognese Lasagna with a side salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6053 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 271.5 g | 348% | |
| Saturated Fat | 116.8 g | 584% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 791 mg | 264% | |
| Sodium | 5971 mg | 260% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 584.4 g | 213% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.8 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.1 g | ||
| Protein | 290.4 g | 581% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 2757 mg | 212% | |
| Iron | 29.5 mg | 164% | |
| Potassium | 4965 mg | 106% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
