SUSAN'S DELICIOUS LASAGNA BOLOGNESE
This is an authentic tasting "ragu" sauce that is super rich and super flavorful. The bolognese portion of this recipe can be served over any thick pasta, as well as, be the primary component of this lasagna. I happen to LOVE this lasagna and have been tweaking it for years. I'm not a fan of ricotta cheese based lasagna's and as you'll see from this recipe...this is coupled with a beschemel type sauce rather than ricotta or cottage cheese. You can spice this one up further (I sure do!) with crushed red peppers in your sauce. You can also tone it down with mild italian sausage or turkey italian sausage. The Bolognese sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and warmed up to make for the lasagna. This lasagna is also best baked right after assembling or the pasta will absorb the sauces and dry out. Enjoy!!
Provided by RedVinoGirl
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 3h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- First make the Bolognese Sauce:.
- Brown and drain grease from the ground beef, ground pork and sausage in a large saute pan. Break up all lumps with spoon.
- Add in 2 T butter and 1 T olive oil and saute the onions, garlic, carrots and celery until softened. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the wine and stir and then simmer for 5 minutes, or until reduced.
- Add the tomatoes and 1 cup of beef stock and bring to a boil. Stir the sauce well, then lower heat and half cover pan with lid and simmer gently for 2 hours. Stir occasionally during this time and add more stock as it becomes absorbed.
- Pour the cream into the sauce, stir well to mix, then simmer without lid for 30 minutes, stirring frequently.
- AT THIS STAGE -- YOU CAN SERVE THIS OVER THICK PASTA. FOR LASAGNA BOLOGNESE -- CONTINUE WITH RECIPE.
- Preheat oven to 375. If the bolognese sauce is cold, reheat it. Stir in enough stock to make it runny, if necessary.
- Make the white sauce by melting 1/4 cup butter in a medium saucepan. Add the flour and cook, stirring for 1-2 minutes. Add the hot milk a little at a time, whisking vigorously after each addition. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring until the sauce is smooth and thick. Add salt and pepper to taste, whisk well, then remove from heat.
- Spread 1/3 of Bolognese sauce over the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish.
- Cover the Bolognese sauce in the base of the dish with 1/4 white sauce, followed by 4 sheets of lasagna. Repeat the layers twice more, then cover the top layer of lasagna with the remaining white sauce and sprinkle the grated Parmesan over the top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the pasta feels tender when pierced with a fork. Let stand for 20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 758.7, Fat 50.3, SaturatedFat 24.2, Cholesterol 162.8, Sodium 1505.4, Carbohydrate 32.7, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 2.7, Protein 41.6
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Khokhar badshah
[email protected]This lasagna was delicious! I made it for a potluck, and it was a hit. Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.
katina hale
[email protected]I've never made lasagna before, but this recipe made it easy. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the lasagna turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Diksha Diksha rai
[email protected]This lasagna was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it! The flavors were amazing, and the lasagna was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.
Rabby rahoman
[email protected]I made this lasagna for my family last night, and they loved it! The bolognese sauce was flavorful and hearty, and the béchamel sauce was creamy and smooth. The lasagna noodles were cooked perfectly, and the whole dish was cheesy and delicious. I wil
Ronnie M Jackson
[email protected]This lasagna was easy to make and turned out great! I used a jar of tomato sauce instead of making my own, and it still tasted delicious. I also added some extra cheese to the top, which made it even better. I will definitely be making this again.
Rehman Saeed
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lasagna, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! This lasagna was amazing. The flavors were perfect, and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
CheVaughn
[email protected]This lasagna is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit. The bolognese sauce is so flavorful, and the béchamel sauce is creamy and smooth. The lasagna noodles are cooked perfectly, and the whole dish is cheesy and delicious.
Nurun Nahar Akther Akhi
[email protected]I made this lasagna for a party last weekend, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors were perfect, and the lasagna was cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.
Sherry Rampersad
[email protected]This lasagna was amazing! I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. The bolognese sauce was flavorful and hearty, and the béchamel sauce was creamy and smooth. The lasagna noodles were cooked al dente, and the whole dish was cheesy
Wazir Ahamed
[email protected]I've tried many lasagna recipes over the years, but Susan's is by far the best. It's incredibly flavorful and satisfying, and it always turns out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lasagna.
Ayebare Grace
[email protected]Susan's lasagna bolognese was an absolute delight! The flavors were rich and complex, and the texture was perfect. I especially loved the creamy béchamel sauce and the tender lasagna noodles. This dish was a hit with my family and friends, and I will