Lasagna with Pesto Bechamel and Turkey Bolognese

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Lasagna with Pesto Bechamel and Turkey Bolognese recipe for a hearty and flavorful meal
in Pasta

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hour 15 min

Level

Moderate

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey
1 stalk celery
1 stalk carrot
1 large onion
2 cloves garlic
olive oil
1/2 cup white wine
1 can tomato paste
salt & pepper
1/3 cup fresh parsley
4 cans water
1 bunch basil
3 cloves garlic
1/3 cup fresh parsley , chopped
1 cup olive oil
3/8 cup butter
1/3 cup flour
3 cups skim milk
1 package Barilla lasagna
parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
527
Sugar
8g
Fat
28g
Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that is a favorite for many people. This recipe puts a unique twist on the traditional dish by combining turkey Bolognese sauce with pesto bechamel sauce for a unique and delicious flavor. The turkey Bolognese sauce is made with ground turkey, which is a leaner protein option than traditional beef-based Bolognese sauce. The sauce is infused with flavor from sautéed vegetables, fresh parsley, and white wine. The pesto bechamel sauce is a creamy and herbaceous layer made from a blend of basil, garlic, parsley, and olive oil. The layers of flavorful sauce are matched with tender lasagna noodles and grated parmesan cheese for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.In a large pan, brown the ground turkey over medium heat.
3.Add celery, carrot, onion, and garlic. Sauté until vegetables begin to soften.
4.Deglaze pan with white wine.
5.Add tomato paste and stir together.
6.Season with salt and pepper.
7.Add water and fresh parsley.
8.Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
9.In a blender, combine basil, garlic, parsley, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
10.In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and stir until butter and flour are fully combined.
11.Gradually add the skim milk, whisking constantly until fully combined and the mixture is thickened.
12.Add the basil puree to the milk mixture and stir to combine.
13.Season with salt and pepper to taste.
14.Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
15.Spread a thin layer of the turkey Bolognese sauce over the bottom of the dish, followed by a layer of lasagna noodles.
16.Spoon a layer of the pesto bechamel sauce on top of the noodles, spreading it out evenly.
17.Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients, ending with a layer of the turkey Bolognese sauce.
18.Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the top of the lasagna.
19.Cover loosely with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
20.Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the lasagna is hot and bubbly.
21.

PROS

This recipe combines the classic flavors of lasagna with pesto and ground turkey for a unique and delicious twist.

The turkey Bolognese sauce provides a leaner protein option compared to traditional beef-based Bolognese sauce.

The pesto bechamel sauce adds a creamy and herbaceous layer to the lasagna.

CONS

Lasagna is a higher calorie and carbohydrate dish.

The pesto bechamel sauce is high in fat due to the use of butter and olive oil.

This recipe contains gluten due to the use of lasagna noodles and flour in the sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ground turkey is a leaner protein option than beef and contains essential nutrients like protein, selenium, phosphorus, and vitamin B6.
Tomato paste is a good source of lycopene, an antioxidant that is beneficial for heart health and may have potential cancer-fighting properties.
The use of fresh herbs like basil and parsley in both the turkey Bolognese sauce and pesto bechamel sauce adds flavor and important vitamins and minerals like vitamin K, vitamin C, and iron.

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