Lasagna Vesuvio Recipe
Make Lasagna Vesuvio Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Meat Sauce
Cheese Mixture
Assembly
Method
Preparation of Meat Sauce
- 1
Cook the Meat
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and ground pork, cooking until browned. Drain excess fat.
- 2
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cheese Mixture Preparation
- 4
Mix the Cheese
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, and chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.
Assembly and Baking
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 6
Layer the Lasagna
Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Place 4 lasagna noodles on top, followed by half of the cheese mixture, and then another layer of meat sauce. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of noodles topped with remaining meat sauce and shredded mozzarella.
- 7
Add Water and Bake
Pour 500 ml of water around the edges of the lasagna. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 8
Cool and Serve
Allow the lasagna to cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.