Jun 09 2026
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Lasagna Recipe

Inspired by Tarantella Ristorante & Pizzeria
Time1h 30m
Serves6

Traditional northern Italian lasagna made with bolognese & bechamel.

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Ingredients

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Bolognese Sauce

Bechamel Sauce

Lasagna Assembly

Method

Bolognese Sauce Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Brown the Meat

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

  3. 3

    Add Tomatoes and Wine

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes and red wine. Add salt, black pepper, oregano, and bay leaf. Mix well.

  4. 4

    Simmer the Sauce

    Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Bechamel Sauce Preparation

  1. 5

    Make the Roux

    In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 2-3 minutes until bubbling but not browned.

  2. 6

    Add Milk

    Gradually whisk in the milk to the roux, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to whisk until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 7

    Season the Sauce

    Add nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and remove from heat.

Lasagna Assembly

  1. 8

    Layer the Ingredients

    Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Spread a layer of Bolognese sauce at the bottom of a baking dish. Place 3 lasagna sheets on top, followed by a layer of Bechamel sauce, then more Bolognese sauce. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with Bechamel on top.

  2. 9

    Add Cheese

    Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and place sliced mozzarella cheese on top of the final layer of Bechamel.

  3. 10

    Bake the Lasagna

    Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbling.

  4. 11

    Cool and Serve

    Let the lasagna cool for about 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

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