Lasagna Bolognese

Ingredients:

For the Bolognese Sauce:

1 lb ground sirloin

1 lb ground Italian sausage

6 oz pancetta, diced

2 carrots, finely chopped

2 celery ribs, finely chopped

1 yellow onion, finely chopped

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 can (28 oz) high-quality tomatoes, crushed or diced

1 can (6 oz) tomato paste

2 bay leaves

1 1/2 cups medium-bodied red wine

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

5 tablespoons unsalted butter

5 cups whole milk

1 Parmesan rind (optional)

Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Pinch of nutmeg

For the Lasagna:

20 sheets egg lasagna noodles

16 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced

2 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions: