Delight in the vibrant flavors of spring with this Wild Garlic Pesto Lasagne. This dish layers the subtle, fresh taste of wild garlic pesto with creamy cheese and tender pasta, creating a unique and delicious twist on the classic lasagne.
🍴 Ingredients:
- For the wild garlic pesto:
- 50g wild garlic leaves
- 25g parmesan, grated
- 50g pine nuts, toasted
- 150ml olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the lasagne:
- 9 lasagne sheets
- 250g ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 100g spinach
- 250g mozzarella, sliced
- 50g parmesan, grated for topping
🥣 Instructions:
- Make the pesto:
- Wash and dry the wild garlic leaves. Blend together wild garlic, parmesan, pine nuts, and olive oil in a food processor until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the lasagne:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with the egg until well combined. Stir in the wild garlic pesto.
- Blanch the spinach by pouring boiling water over it, then draining and squeezing out excess water.
- Begin layering the lasagne in a greased baking dish. Start with a layer of lasagne sheets, followed by a layer of the ricotta-pesto mixture, spinach, and slices of mozzarella.
- Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of lasagne sheets. Top with grated parmesan.
- Bake:
- Cover the lasagne with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let the lasagne sit for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
📅 Details:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
This Wild Garlic Pesto Lasagne is a must-try for anyone looking to bring the fresh tastes of spring to their table. Enjoy the creamy, garlicky layers that make this dish a delightful treat.
