Lasagne with Pistachio Pesto

Lasagne with pistachio pesto is a refined and tasty dish that combines the tradition of Italian pasta with the unique flavour of pistachios. This recipe will guide you step by step in creating a dish that will amaze your guests and delight your palate.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 50

Total Time 1 10

Course Main scope

Cuisine Italian

Ingredients

250 g of fresh lasagne
200 g of unsalted pistachios
100 g of grated Parmesan cheese
200 ml of extra virgin olive oil
300 ml of béchamel
2 cloves of garlic
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Fresh basil

Instructions

Preparing Pistachio Pesto
Start by lightly toasting the pistachios in a pan for about 2-3 minutes. Let them cool
In the blender, add the pistachios, garlic cloves, a pinch of salt, and blend.
While the mixer is running, gradually pour in the extra virgin olive oil until a creamy consistency is achieved.
Transfer the pesto into a bowl and add the Parmesan cheese, mixing well. Adjust the salt and pepper.
Preparing Lasagne
Preheat the oven to 180°C.
In a large pot, bring salted water to the boil and cook the lasagne for 2-3 minutes, then drain and place on a clean cloth.
In a baking pan, create a first layer of lasagne, spread a layer of pistachio pesto and add a little béchamel sauce.
Continue alternating layers of lasagne, pesto and béchamel sauce.
Finish with a final layer of lasagne, a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese and a few leaves of fresh basil.
Bake for about 20-25 minutes until the surface is golden and crispy.

Notes

Lasagne is a classic dish of Italian cuisine, whose origin dates back to ancient Roman times. The pistachio pesto version is a modern take on it, combining traditional flavours with innovative ingredients.

Keyword lasagne, lasagne with pesto, lasagne with pistachio pesto

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