Lasagne alla ferrarese

Lasagne alla ferrarese is a traditional lasagna dish originating from Ferrara. This complex version of lasagna consists of three main parts – pasta, ragu, and white sauce. The lasagna sheets are usually made with a combination of spinach, flour, semolina, eggs, and olive oil. The meat sauce is made with a combination of pancetta, pork loin, beefsteak, prosciutto crudo, onions, carrots, celery, tomato paste, beef stock, red wine, chicken livers, peas, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. The white sauce (béchamel) is made with butter, flour, milk, salt, and nutmeg. The lasagna sheets are cooked and placed over béchamel in a large ovenproof dish. The pasta is topped with the meat sauce and grated parmesan, and the process of layering is repeated so that the top layer is béchamel and grated cheese. The lasagne are baked in the oven until golden and bubbling, and the casserole is ready to be enjoyed. Lasagne alla ferrarese are typically saved for special occasions.