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Lasagna Bolognese

Irresistible Lasagna Bolognese for Cozy Family Dinners

This Lasagna Bolognese combines tender sheets of pasta with rich meat sauce and creamy béchamel for a comforting dinner.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Bolognese Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 6 oz Pancetta diced
  • 2 lbs Ground Sirloin
  • 1 lbs Ground Italian Sausage use mild for a milder taste
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion finely chopped
  • 2 medium Carrots peeled and chopped
  • 2 medium Celery chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 6 oz Tomato Paste
  • 28 oz Canned Crushed Tomatoes high-quality recommended
  • 1.5 cups Medium-bodied Red Wine
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
  • 1 piece Parmesan Rind optional
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Freshly Cracked Pepper
For the Béchamel Sauce
  • 5 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 4 cups Whole Milk warmed
  • 1/8 teaspoon Freshly Grated Nutmeg
  • 2.5 cups Freshly Grated Parmesan divided
For Assembling the Lasagna
  • 20 sheets Egg Lasagna Noodles fresh preferred
  • 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella diced

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • medium saucepan
  • 9x13 baking dish
  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lasagna Bolognese
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil and unsalted butter over medium heat. Add diced pancetta, sauté until crispy, then remove and set aside.
  2. Using a food processor, finely chop onion, carrots, and celery, then add to the pot. Cook until soft, about 5 minutes, then stir in ground meats.
  3. Cook the meat until fully cooked and stir in tomato paste, cooking until it darkens, then add wine, whole milk, crushed tomatoes, bay leaves, and reserved pancetta. Simmer for 2.5 to 3 hours.
  4. In a large pot of salted water, boil lasagna noodles for about 4 minutes until al dente. Drain and lay them flat on a parchment-lined baking sheet with olive oil.
  5. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for about 2-3 minutes until golden. Gradually add warmed milk while whisking until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in Parmesan and nutmeg.
  6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a greased baking dish, layer béchamel, noodles, Bolognese, another béchamel layer, and mozzarella. Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with béchamel and mozzarella on top.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden. Rest for 20-30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for improved flavor and texture. Assemble ahead of time for enriched flavors.

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