Lasagna bolognese is a classic dish of Italian cuisine that has conquered the palates of people around the world.
With layers of pasta interspersed with meat sauce and melted cheese, this delight is a perfect option for a special lunch or dinner.
Let’s go to the ingredients of the recipe?
Ingredients
- 500g of pasta for lasagna
- 500g of ground beef
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 can of tomato sauce
- 200g grated mozzarella cheese
- 200g grated parmesan cheese
- Olive oil, salt and pepper to taste
Method of preparation:
- Heat a pan with a drizzle of olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until golden.
- Add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook until completely golden.
- Add the tomato sauce to the ground beef and cook for a few more minutes.
- In a large pot, boil salted water and cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions.
- In a refractory, make alternating layers of pasta, meat sauce and mozzarella cheese. Repeat this process until you run out of ingredients.
- Finish the last layer with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden.
Variations
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Lasagna Bolognese can be adapted in a variety of ways to suit individual tastes. Some popular variations include:
- Add vegetables like spinach, zucchini or eggplant between the layers;
- Swap beef for ground chicken or turkey;
- Include a bechamel sauce between the layers to make the lasagna more creamy;
- Use different types of cheese, such as cheddar or gorgonzola, to give the dish a special touch.
Tips
Here are some tips to make your lasagna Bolognese even tastier:
- Cook the lasagna pasta al dente, so that it doesn’t get too soft after the cooking time in the oven;
- Let the lasagna rest for a few minutes before serving, so that the layers firm up and it is easier to cut;
- Serve the lasagna with a fresh green salad as a side dish, to balance the flavors and bring more lightness to the meal.
Conclusion
Lasagna bolognese is a classic and delicious dish that can be enjoyed on many occasions.
With its combination of pasta, meat sauce and melted cheese, this gastronomic temptation is hard to resist. Whether for a family lunch or a special dinner, Lasagna Bolognese will always be a hit.
Take advantage of this recipe and experiment with different variations to make the dish even more personalized to your taste. Bon appetit!
Extra
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