LASAGNA BOLOGNESE RECIPE

Instructions:

1. Bolognese Sauce:

• In a large skillet or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat.
• Add chopped onions, carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Cook until vegetables are softened.
• Pour in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and red wine. Stir in dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
• Simmer the sauce over low heat for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

2. Bechamel Sauce:

• In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk continuously to form a roux.
• Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
• Cook until the sauce thickens, then season with salt and a pinch of nutmeg.

3. Lasagna Assembly:

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of Bolognese sauce.
• Place a layer of cooked lasagna noodles over the sauce.
• Spread a portion of Bolognese sauce, followed by a layer of bechamel sauce, and sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
• Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of bechamel sauce and a generous sprinkle of cheese.

4. Baking:

• Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
• Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
• Allow the lasagna to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

5. Serving:

• Serve the lasagna bolognese with a side salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.

Enjoy this delicious and hearty Lasagna Bolognese with layers of rich meat sauce, creamy bechamel, and gooey cheese!