Jul 09 2026
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Pan-seared Lasagna Recipe

Inspired by Trattoria Mercatto
Time1h 30m
Serves6

ricotta, mozzarella, besciamella, ragu bolognese

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Ingredients

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Cheese Filling

Besciamella Sauce

Ragu Bolognese

Lasagna Assembly

Method

Prepare Ragu Bolognese

  1. 1

    Cook the Meat

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Beef and Garlic

    Add ground beef and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the beef is browned.

  3. 3

    Add Tomatoes and Wine

    Stir in crushed tomatoes, red wine, salt, black pepper, and basil. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Prepare Besciamella Sauce

  1. 4

    Melt Butter and Add Flour

    In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.

  2. 5

    Add Milk

    Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with nutmeg and salt.

Prepare Cheese Filling

  1. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, egg, salt, pepper, and parsley until well combined.

Assemble Lasagna

  1. 7

    Layer Ingredients

    In a baking dish, spread a layer of ragu, followed by a layer of cheese filling, and a layer of besciamella sauce. Repeat layers, finishing with besciamella on top.

Cook Lasagna

  1. 8

    Sear the Lasagna

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Carefully place the assembled lasagna in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.

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