Lasagna with Bolognese Sauce

8 servings

60 minutes

Lasagna with Bolognese sauce is a true embodiment of Italian gastronomic tradition. This dish has a rich history rooted in medieval Italy, where pasta and meat sauces were staples. Layers of tender lasagna sheets soaked in velvety béchamel sauce alternate with juicy minced meat, aromatic Bolognese sauce, and gooey melted cheese. The taste is rich and balanced, where creamy softness meets the spiciness of tomatoes and spices. This dish not only warms the soul but is also versatile—lasagna is perfect for family dinners, festive feasts, and cozy evenings with a glass of red wine. Enjoy every bite of this culinary poetry!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 857.6
• Proteins: 42.8g
• Fats: 66.3g
• Carbohydrates: 19.2g

Ingredients

• Minced meat: 700 g
• Bolognese sauce: 600 g
• Butter: 70 g
• Milk: 750 ml
• Ready-made dry lasagne sheets: 12 pc
• Wheat flour: 2.5 tbsp
• Hard cheese: 600 g
• Olive oil: 4 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Put butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a saucepan. Melt over medium heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 70 g
   • Olive oil: 4 tablespoons

2. Gradually add flour to the melted butter, stirring to avoid lumps.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 2.5 tablespoons

3. Once all the flour is mixed in, pour in all the milk. Set the heat to medium and simmer to the desired consistency: not too runny and not too thick. Stir the contents constantly (also watch to prevent it from boiling over).

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 750 ml

4. Heat olive oil in a pan. Add the minced meat and cover with a lid (for 2 minutes). Remove the lid and let it fry a bit (for 2-3 minutes).

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
   • Minced meat: 700 g

5. Pour the Bolognese sauce into the minced meat. Add salt and pepper to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bolognese sauce: 600 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

6. When everything is ready — the béchamel sauce (in the saucepan) and the filling — assemble the lasagna.

7. Grease the mold with butter. Pour a little béchamel sauce on the bottom (to slightly cover the bottom).

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 70 g
   • Milk: 750 ml

8. Lay out the layers (not cooked).

   Required ingredients:

   • Ready-made dry lasagne sheets: 12 pieces

9. Spread the minced meat over the layers.

   Required ingredients:

   • Minced meat: 700 g

10. Grated cheese for the minced meat.

    Required ingredients:

    • Hard cheese: 600 g

11. For the cheese — béchamel sauce. You need to add enough sauce for the lasagna to be juicy.

    Required ingredients:

    • Milk: 750 ml

12. Place dry lasagna sheets on top of the sauce. Repeat the procedure (two to three times, depending on the size of the dish).

    Required ingredients:

    • Ready-made dry lasagne sheets: 12 pieces

13. Spread the last layer with béchamel sauce and cover everything with cheese. Let it sit for 7 minutes while the oven heats up. It should be set to 180 degrees.

    Required ingredients:

    • Milk: 750 ml
    • Hard cheese: 600 g

14. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes.