Lasagna Bolognese

Indulge in the rich, hearty flavors of this classic Lasagna Bolognese, a true Italian comfort food masterpiece. This recipe features layers of tender lasagna noodles, a robust, slow-simmered Bolognese sauce made with savory ground beef and pork, and a creamy homemade béchamel sauce infused with a hint of nutmeg. Perfectly seasoned with aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, and crowned with a golden, bubbly topping of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, this lasagna is ideal for family dinners or special occasions. With its melt-in-your-mouth texture and depth of flavor, this dish is guaranteed to impress. Pair it with a fresh green salad and a glass of red wine for a decadent, restaurant-quality meal made right in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 carrot, finely chopped
• 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 500 grams ground beef
• 300 grams ground pork
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 800 grams canned tomatoes
• 200 ml red wine
• 150 ml milk
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 12 lasagna noodles
• 50 grams butter
• 50 grams all-purpose flour
• 500 ml whole milk
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 100 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
• 200 grams mozzarella cheese, shredded

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 2

Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Increase the heat to high and add ground beef and pork to the saucepan. Cook for about 8-10 minutes until browned all over, breaking the meat apart with a spoon.

Step 4

Add tomato paste, stirring to coat the meat and vegetables. Cook for 2 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the red wine, allowing it to simmer for 3-4 minutes until reduced by half.

Step 6

Stir in canned tomatoes, milk, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the sauce to a boil, then lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Cook the bolognese sauce for 1.5-2 hours, partially covered, stirring occasionally until the sauce has thickened.

Step 8

Meanwhile, prepare the béchamel sauce. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Slowly add whole milk to the flour mixture, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the sauce is smooth and thickened.

Step 10

Season the béchamel sauce with nutmeg and remove from heat.

Step 11

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 12

Lightly grease a large baking dish. Spread a thin layer of bolognese sauce on the bottom.

Step 13

Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by more bolognese sauce and some béchamel.

Step 14

Sprinkle a layer of Parmesan cheese over the sauces, then repeat layering with noodles, bolognese, béchamel, and cheeses until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of béchamel sauce and mozzarella on top.

Step 15

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 16

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 17

Allow the lasagna to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3922.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7429.7

Total Fat 363.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 152.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.4g
Cholesterol 1081.6mg	0%
Sodium 7582.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 644.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.3g	0%
Total Sugars 99.6g
Protein 367.3g	0%

Vitamin D 333.9IU	0%
Calcium 4053.6mg	0%
Iron 48.4mg	0%
Potassium 6250.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.7%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 35.2%