Jul 14 2026
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Lasagna Bolognese Recipe

Inspired by Don Alfonso 1890 Restaurant Cascais
Time2h
Serves8

Tradicional lasagna à bolonhesa, com massa fresca caseira, ragù de novilho cozinhado lentamente e cremoso molho béchamel, perfumado com manjericão

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Ragù

Béchamel Sauce

Assembly

Method

Pasta Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Pasta Dough

    In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add eggs. Gradually mix flour into the eggs until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 10 minutes. Wrap in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Roll Out the Dough

    After resting, divide the dough into four pieces. Roll out each piece thinly, using a pasta machine or a rolling pin. Cut into lasagna sheets.

Ragù Preparation

  1. 3

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrot, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until soft, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 4

    Cook the Meat

    Add ground beef to the pan. Cook until browned, about 10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

  3. 5

    Add Tomato Ingredients

    Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes and red wine. Season with salt, pepper, and basil leaves. Let simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Béchamel Sauce Preparation

  1. 6

    Make the Roux

    In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

  2. 7

    Add Milk

    Gradually whisk in milk, ensuring no lumps form. Cook until it thickens, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and nutmeg.

  3. 8

    Incorporate Cheese

    Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.

Assembly and Baking

  1. 9

    Layer the Lasagna

    In a large baking dish, spread a layer of ragù at the bottom. Place a layer of pasta sheets, followed by béchamel and a sprinkle of mozzarella. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with béchamel and mozzarella on top.

  2. 10

    Bake

    Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the lasagna for 45-50 minutes, until golden and bubbly.

  3. 11

    Serve

    Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

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