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Lasagna alla Bolognese

A rich, layered pasta dish featuring delicate egg pasta, slow-cooked meat ragù, creamy béchamel, and Parmigiano-Reggiano.

4 hr 20 minAdvanced8 servings
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Lasagna alla Bolognese

Origin & history

This is the authentic version from Emilia-Romagna, distinct from the ricotta-heavy versions found elsewhere. It is a labor of love requiring patience for the ragù.

Ingredients

8

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Ragù

Béchamel

Pasta

The method

Step by step

2 steps
  1. 01

    Make Ragù

    3 hr

    Slow-cook meat with soffritto and tomato for at least 3 hours.

    Patience is key for depth of flavor.

  2. 02

    Assemble

    40 min

    Layer pasta, ragù, and béchamel in a baking dish. Bake until bubbly.

    Let rest before cutting.

Chef tips

  • — Use high-quality Parmigiano.
  • — Don't skip the béchamel.

Common mistakes

  • — Over-layering
  • — Using too much tomato sauce

Substitutions

  • Fresh pasta → Dried sheetsAdjust cooking time

Storage & serving

Keeps well in the fridge for 3 days.

Serve warm.

Food safety

Ensure internal temperature reaches 75C.

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