Lasagne alla Bolognese
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Lasagne alla Bolognese

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Lasagne is not only a delicious dish, but also a culinary classic that has survived for centuries. This is a layered pasta masterpiece that has gained recognition all over the world. Let's discover how this dish became an icon of Italian cuisine.

Lasagne has gained recognition all over the world and has become a permanent item on the menu of Italian restaurants. Different regions of Italy have their own unique versions of lasagna, which makes this dish even more fascinating for foodies.

The history of lasagna has its roots in ancient Rome. Originally, pasta was boiled and baked, then cut into slices. This simple dish was eaten by both the rich and the poor. Over time, lasagna evolved. Italians introduced new ingredients to it, creating something unique.

Initially, the lasagna did not resemble today's dish. The pasta was made of wheat flour and water. The stuffing consisted of layers of meat, vegetables and cheese. This one dish catered to a variety of tastes, which made it popular in many homes.

Lasagne as we know it today is a layered dish of pasta, meat, tomato sauce, béchamel and cheese. Each layer brings something unique to taste and texture. The pasta is cooked al dente, the stuffing is made of juicy meat. The sauces combine to create a real symphony of flavors.

Today, there are many versions of lasagna that differ in ingredients and preparation. There are vegetarian lasagnas, seafood lasagnas, and even versions with grilled vegetables. This confirms the flexibility and universality of this dish.

Recipe informations:

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Preparation

45 minutes
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Total

115 minutes
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Yield

Servings 6
4 (1)

Ingredients

  • 12-15 sheets of lasagne pasta
  • 50 dag of minced pork and beef
  • 20 dag of grated parmesan 2 onions
  • 1 red pepper 2 tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons of tomato puree
  • salt, black pepper, oregano, basil, hot pepper
  • olive oil for frying and greasing the dish

Steps

1. Step

Prepare the béchamel sauce. Melt the butter, add flour and make a light roux. Pour in the milk, mix and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until a thick sauce is created. Season with salt and pepper.

2. Step

Peel the onions, cut them into slices and fry in olive oil. Add the minced meat and fry until brown. Season with salt, pepper, paprika and herbs. Add diced tomatoes without skin, diced peppers and tomato puree and simmer for about 15 minutes. Grease an ovenproof dish with olive oil.

3. Step

Cover the bottom with one layer of pasta, sprinkle with parmesan, spread the meat stuffing, pour béchamel sauce, cover with a layer of pasta, and again sprinkle with cheese, pour béchamel, spread subsequent layers of stuffing, pasta, parmesan and béchamel. Sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top.

4. Step

Place in the oven preheated to 200°C and bake for approx. 30 minutes.