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Sicilian Lasagne

Cultural Context

Sicilian lasagne, originating from Sicily, is a beloved variation of the traditional Italian dish, featuring layers of rich meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella. This hearty meal often graces family gatherings and festive occasions, showcasing the island's culinary heritage. Today, it has found its way into homes worldwide, with many variations reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

ItalianITmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
500g beef mince
500g pork mince
2 bottles Italian passata
1 onion
1 carrot
2 celery sticks
4 tbsp olive oil
2 bay leaves
salt
pepper
1/2 glass white wine
80g butter
80g plain flour
3 cups milk
nutmeg
150g pecorino romano
300g mozzarella
850g fresh lasagna sheets
1 cup frozen peas thawed
3 hard boiled eggs chopped
1

Prepare the meat sauce by heating olive oil in a pan, then adding chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Cook until softened.

2

Add the beef and pork mince to the pan and brown the meat.

3

Stir in the Italian passata, bay leaves, white wine, salt, and pepper. Simmer the sauce for a while.

4

In a separate saucepan, make the béchamel sauce by melting butter, then whisking in flour to create a roux. Gradually add milk while stirring until thickened. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

5

In a baking dish, layer the fresh lasagna sheets, meat sauce, béchamel sauce, thawed peas, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and cheese (pecorino romano and mozzarella) in alternating layers until all ingredients are used.

6

Finish with a layer of béchamel and cheese on top.

7

Bake in the oven until golden and bubbly.

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Dietary

nut-free

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Sicilian Lasagne
Local Name: Lasagna siciliana

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