Description
Indulge in the comforting embrace of Beef Short Rib Ragu Lasagna with Béchamel Sauce, a dish that promises to elevate any dinner occasion. This layered masterpiece combines rich, slow-cooked beef ragu with creamy béchamel sauce and tender pasta sheets, all topped off with gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, this lasagna is not just a meal; it’s an experience that warms the heart and satisfies even the toughest cravings. Enjoy the depth of flavor from the beef ragu as it melds beautifully with the velvety béchamel, making every bite truly unforgettable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef short ribs
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 large onion
- 2 celery stalks
- 2 carrots
- 3 garlic cloves
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz Parmigiano Reggiano
- ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- Lasagna sheets
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic; sauté until soft.
- Season with salt and pepper, then stir in tomato paste. Brown beef short ribs on all sides.
- Add crushed tomatoes, grape juice, beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 6 hours until tender.
- For béchamel sauce: melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; whisk in flour and cook for 2 minutes until golden. Gradually add milk while whisking until thickened. Stir in grated Parmigiano and salt.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Layer ragu at the bottom of a baking dish, then add lasagna sheets followed by béchamel sauce; repeat layers finishing with béchamel and top with mozzarella.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 482
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg