Description
Lasagna Wellington is a delicious fusion dish that combines the flavors of traditional lasagna with the elegance of puff pastry. This unique twist on a classic Italian favorite is sure to impress your guests and elevate your dinner table.
Ingredients
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Puff Pastry Layer:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
Lasagna Filling:
- 3 cooked lasagna noodles
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten (plus 1 egg for egg wash)
- 1 cup cooked ground beef with marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Filling: In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, one beaten egg, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble: Lay the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Place lasagna noodles and layer with ricotta mixture, beef, and mozzarella. Repeat layers and fold pastry over the lasagna stack.
- Bake: Brush with egg wash, bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with basil, slice, and serve.
Notes
- You can assemble this dish ahead and refrigerate for up to 6 hours before baking.
- For a vegetarian version, replace beef with sautéed vegetables and marinara. Serve with extra marinara sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 740 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
