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Ingredients
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Bolognese Sauce
Marinara Sauce
Ricotta Mixture
Lasagna Assembly
Method
Bolognese Sauce
- 1
Prepare the Bolognese Sauce
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- 2
Brown the Meat
Add the ground beef and pork sausage to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Add Garlic and Tomato Paste
Stir in the minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
Add Tomatoes and Wine
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and red wine. Stir well and add oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, and let it cook for 30 minutes.
Marinara Sauce
- 5
- 6
Add Crushed Tomatoes
Add the crushed tomatoes, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Ricotta Mixture
- 7
Combine Ricotta Ingredients
In a medium bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and parsley until well combined.
Lasagna Assembly
- 8
Prepare Lasagna Layers
Preheat your wood-fired oven to 450°F (232°C). Spread a layer of Bolognese sauce on the bottom of a large baking dish. Place 4 lasagna noodles on top.
- 9
Layer the Ricotta and Mozzarella
Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by a layer of mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layering process with Bolognese sauce, noodles, ricotta, and mozzarella, finishing with a layer of marinara sauce and the remaining mozzarella on top.
- 10
Bake the Lasagna
Cover the lasagna with aluminum foil and place in the wood-fired oven. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 11
Let it Rest
Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
