Vegetarian Puy Lentil Lasagne

A hearty vegetarian lasagne featuring earthy braised puy lentils, rich homemade cheese sauce, and layers of pasta sheets.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 903.1 kcals 3612.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 76.3 grams 305.2 grams
Fat 51.2 grams 204.8 grams
Protein 34.9 grams 139.6 grams
Cook Time
65 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
1
piece
Dairy
10
g
Butter
Knob for greasing and frying
30
g
Parmesan Cheese
Handful, grated; or vegetarian alternative
110
g
Butter
For cheese sauce
850
ml
6
tbsp
110
g
Cheddar
Grated
GrainsCereals
6
piece
LegumesPulses
200
g
NutsSeeds
1
piece
Garlic
Clove, chopped
1
tsp
Sea Salt
To taste
1
tsp
Black Pepper
Freshly ground, to taste
OilsFats
1
tbsp
Olive Oil
Garlic infused
Vegetables
1
piece
Onion
Chopped
110
g
Mushrooms
Finely diced
110
g
Leek
Finely sliced
400
g

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C and grease a baking dish with butter.
  • Boil the lentils with a crumbled stock cube for 20 minutes until tender, then drain.
  • Fry the onion, garlic, mushrooms, and leek in oil and butter until softened.
  • Add lentils and tomatoes to the vegetables then simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, milk, and cream until smooth.
  • Stir cheddar into the sauce once thickened and season with salt and pepper.
  • Layer lentil ragù, sauce, and pasta sheets in the dish, finishing with cheese.
  • Bake for 40 minutes at 180°C until golden-brown and serve with green salad.