Description
Hearty Lasagna Bolognese brings layers of rich Italian tradition to your dinner table. Delicate pasta sheets, slow-simmered meat sauce, and creamy béchamel create a comforting masterpiece you’ll savor with every delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
Cheese:
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) ricotta cheese
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces / 794 grams) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta:
- 12 lasagna noodles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a toasty 375°F (190°C), preparing for a culinary adventure.
- Sauté ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until perfectly browned, releasing rich meaty flavors.
- Incorporate diced onions and minced garlic, cooking until they become translucent and aromatic.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, marinara sauce, and sprinkle herbs and seasonings, creating a robust meat sauce.
- Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, allowing the ingredients to harmonize and intensify their flavors.
- Meanwhile, prepare lasagna noodles according to package instructions, then carefully drain and set aside.
- Begin layering in a 9×13-inch baking dish, starting with a generous spread of meat sauce to prevent sticking.
- Arrange a layer of noodles, followed by creamy ricotta, stretchy mozzarella, and sharp Parmesan cheese.
- Repeat the layering process, building delicious strata until all ingredients are used, ensuring the top layer is generously covered with sauce and cheese.
- Shield the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes, creating a steamy environment.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 25 minutes until the cheese turns golden and bubbling.
- Rest the lasagna for 10 minutes, allowing it to set and make slicing easier.
- Slice, serve, and savor this classic comfort dish.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by browning meat thoroughly, ensuring deep caramelization for richer taste profile.
- Substitute ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for healthier or vegetarian options.
- Let lasagna rest after baking to help layers set and make cutting cleaner and more precise.
- Use fresh herbs instead of dried for more vibrant and intense flavor if available in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg