Lasagna Alla Bolognese Recipe

Preparation Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Meat Sauce

   In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, grated carrot, and chopped celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

2. 2

   Add the ground beef and ground pork to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in the tomato paste, canned crushed tomatoes, red wine, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer on low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. 4

   Prepare the Béchamel Sauce

   In a saucepan, heat the milk over low heat. In another pan, melt some butter and whisk in flour to create a roux. Gradually add the warm milk, stirring continuously until thickened. Season with salt and nutmeg.

5. 5

   Assemble the Lasagna

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). In a baking dish, spread a layer of meat sauce, then a layer of lasagna noodles, followed by a layer of béchamel sauce and mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of béchamel sauce and grated Parmesan cheese on top.

6. 6

   Bake

   Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden and bubbly.

7. 7

   Rest and Serve

   Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.