Lasagna Bolognese

Directions

1. Prepare fresh egg pasta sheets using the traditional recipe with 50g 00 flour, 50g semolina, and 1 egg per person. Roll through pasta machine to medium thickness (about 1mm).
2. Cut pasta sheets into rectangles the same size as your baking dish.
3. Blanch pasta sheets in boiling salted water for just a few minutes, then immediately transfer to cold water and pat dry.
4. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking dish with butter.
5. Spread a little Bolognese sauce on the bottom of the dish, then add a layer of pasta.
6. Layer in this order: pasta, béchamel sauce, Bolognese sauce, mozzarella slices, and grated Parmigiano.
7. Repeat layers 2-3 times until all ingredients are used, finishing with béchamel and a generous sprinkle of Parmigiano.
8. Bake for 20 minutes until golden and bubbling on top.
9. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow layers to set.

Suggestions from Lucia

This lasagna represents the excellence of Italian pasta making. The fresh egg pasta makes all the difference - it has the perfect texture that holds the layers together beautifully. Make sure to let it rest after baking, as this helps the layers settle and makes serving much easier.

History

Lasagna is truly the king of festive dishes in Italy, especially during Christmas celebrations. This recipe follows the traditional technique passed down through generations, where the quality of homemade pasta creates a dish of exceptional elegance known worldwide.