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Lasagna Vito Style

Cultural Context

Lasagna, a beloved Italian dish, has roots in the Emilia-Romagna region, where it is often layered with rich meat sauces and creamy béchamel. Vito's style adds a unique twist with a blend of ground meats and fresh herbs, making it a family favorite. This dish is commonly served during gatherings and celebrations, showcasing the heartiness and warmth of Italian cuisine. Today, variations of lasagna are enjoyed worldwide, with each region adding its own flair.

ItalianITmain
120 min
hard
6 servings
Servings4
500g Lasagna (Regular store bought - not precooked)
200g Ground beef Sirloin
200g Ground pork (belly or shoulder)
5 Eggs
4 Slices of white bread
20g Parmesan cheese
150g Mozzarella
500g Tomato sauce (Passata di pomodoro, San. Marzano type)
50g Tomato paste
2 Onions
50g Pecorino romano cheese
150g Ricotta cheese
Basil leafs
Salt
1 clove Garlic
Vegetable oil to fry
Extra virgin olive oil

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Grana padano offers a similar flavor at a lower cost.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone

Provolone can provide a similar texture and flavor.

1

Preheat the oven to the appropriate temperature for baking lasagna.

2

In a pan, heat vegetable oil and sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent.

3

Add the ground beef and ground pork to the pan, cooking until browned.

4

Stir in the tomato sauce and tomato paste, and let simmer for a few minutes.

5

In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, eggs, and chopped basil leaves together.

6

In a baking dish, layer the lasagna sheets, meat sauce, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and grated cheeses, repeating the layers until all ingredients are used.

7

Finish with a layer of mozzarella and grated cheeses on top.

8

Bake in the oven until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

sautéinglayeringbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

milkeggsgluten

Also Known As

Lasagna alla VitoVito's Lasagna
Local Name: Lasagna Vito Style

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