Vegan Lasagne bolognese
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Vegan Lasagne bolognese
2 hours 30 minutes total
Are you looking for a delicious and healthy vegan lasagna bolognese recipe that is easy to make? Look no further! Our vegan Lasagne alla bolognese recipe is perfect for those who follow a vegan diet or want to try a meatless alternative. Vegan Lasagne alla bolognese is a plant-based version of the classic Italian dish that is made without meat. This recipe uses lentils as a protein source and creates a savory and hearty bolognese sauce. Our recipe is also great for those who are looking to reduce their meat consumption and increase their intake of plant-based protein sources. The preparation time for this recipe is 2 hours, with a cooking time of 20-30 minutes. The recipe includes 8 sheets of Barilla® oven-ready Lasagne that do not require boiling before baking, making the process faster and easier.
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Ingredients
Serves 4
| 8 sheets | Barilla® oven-ready Lasagne |
For the sauce
| 30 ml | Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) |
| 30 g | celery, chopped |
| 50 g | carrot, peeled and chopped |
| 60 g | onion, peeled and chopped |
| 200 g | Lentils (soaked overnight) or 1 can lentils (400 gr drained) |
| 100ml | vegan red wine |
| 60 g | tomato paste |
| 200 g | tomato purée |
| 300 ml | water |
| 1 leaf | bay |
| to taste | Salt and pepper |
For the béchamel sauce
| 500 ml | plant-based milk |
| 30 g | margarine |
| 25 g | all-purpose flour |
| to taste | Grated nutmeg, salt |
For the topping
| 20 g | nutritional yeast |
| 20 g | margarine, cut into pieces |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs
Method
Step 1
Here are four easy steps for the perfect vegan lasagne bolognese:
Step 2
Sauté the celery, onion and carrot in a skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil and the bay leaf. Once they have turned golden brown, add the lentils and cook over medium-high. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the red wine, cook until the wine evaporates completely, then lower the heat and add the tomato paste. Add 2 cups water (or enough water to cover the lentil mixture) and cook slowly over low heat for at least 20 minutes. Discard bay leaf.
- Celery
- onion
- carrot
- bay leaf
- lentils
- salt
- pepper
- red wine
- tomato paste
- extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
Step 3
Meanwhile prepare the béchamel: melt the butter in a heavy-bottomed pan. To make a roux, add the flour and whisk butter and flour together for 3-4 minutes over low heat, until smooth. Heat the milk in a separate pan, then add to the roux, pouring it in a slow stream. Adjust the salt, season with a bit of nutmeg, and continue cooking, whisking constantly to avoid the formation of lumps, until the sauce is thick and creamy. If the béchamel is too thick, add a bit of milk. If it is too thin, let it cook for a few additional minutes. Heat the oven to 180°C.
- butter
- flour
- milk
- salt
- nutmeg
Step 4
Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and arrange the first layer of lasagna lengthwise. Evenly spread a layer of sauce over it, followed by the béchamel and a generous handful of grated Parmigiano cheese. Continue to layer the lasagna, sauce and béchamel until you have used the rest of ingredients. Finish with the béchamel, a generous dusting of nutritional yeast, and a few pieces of margarine.
- lasagna sheets
- Parmigiano
- nutritional yeast
Step 5
Bake the lasagna for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Passive cooking
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TIP
add dried mushroom in the sauce making
Tip
Our easy vegan lasagne alla bolognese recipe is a perfect choice for those who want to enjoy a delicious Italian dish while following a vegan diet or simply looking for a healthier, plant-based option. It is a perfect dish for a family dinner or a get-together with friends. Give it a try and enjoy the meatless bolognese sauce and the plant-based protein sources!