Lasagne Gordon Ramsay Recipe
This Lasagne Gordon Ramsay Recipe is a rich and flavorful take on the classic Italian dish. Made with a robust meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and layers of pasta, this lasagna is perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Wooden spoon
- Sharp knife
- Mixing bowls
Ingredients
- For the Meat Sauce:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- For the Béchamel Sauce:
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- For Assembly:
- 12 lasagna sheets pre-cooked or oven-ready
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Step 1: Make the meat sauce
- In a large skillet on medium heat, olive oil.
- Stir in chopped onions and cook until softened 3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and stir for 1 minute.
- Add the ground beef and pork, breaking up with a spoon. Cook until browned.
- Add red wine and cook until reduced about 5 minutes.
- Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 2: Prepare the Béchamel Sauce
- In a medium-wide saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add flour and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring, until golden and smooth.
- Gradually whisk in milk until the sauce thickens, stirring constantly.
- Stir in nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat.
Step 3: Assemble the Lasagne
- Preheat oven to375°F (190°C).
- Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Add a layer of lasagna sheets and more meat sauce, béchamel sauce, and shredded mozzarella.
- Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with béchamel sauce and Parmesan cheese on top.
Step 4: Bake
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use fresh pasta sheets for a more authentic texture.
Let the lasagna rest before slicing for better layers.
Serve with garlic bread or a fresh green salad.
Let the lasagna rest before slicing for better layers.
Serve with garlic bread or a fresh green salad.