Pesto Lasagna

Recipe courtesy Aida Mollenkamp

Show: Ask AidaEpisode: Lasagna

Rated: 4 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (9)

RECIPE
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Cook Time:
25 min
Level:
Intermediate
Yield:
9 servings/3 cups sauce

Times:

Prep: 15 min
Inactive Prep: 20 min
Cook: 25 min
Total:: 1 hr 0 min

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Ingredients

For the pesto:

4 cups basil leaves, loosely packed, washed and tough stems trimmed and roughly torn
2 cups finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (about 2 ounces)
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup toasted pine nuts
8 medium garlic cloves, peeled
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 teaspoons kosher salt

For the lasagna:

1 pound fresh lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
1 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (about 1-ounce)

Directions

For the pesto: Combine half pesto ingredients in a blender or food processor, and process until evenly combined, about 1 minute. Add remaining ingredients and process until evenly blended, about 1 more minute. Taste and adjust seasoning, as desired.

For the lasagna: Heat oven to 375 degrees F and arrange rack in upper third.

Meanwhile, alternatively layer a scant 1/4 cup pesto and 1 sheet of fresh lasagna noodles in an 8 by 8-inch baking dish, trimming noodles, as needed, to fit. There should be about 10 to 12 layers. Top lasagna with cheese and bake until bubbly around edges and cheese is melted, about 20 to 25 minutes. Let sit at least 20 minutes before serving.

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recipe Pesto Lasagna
rosa san Diego, CA 05-16-2009
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mas crema y queso
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Hay que agregarle mas crema al pesto, para que salga mas salsosa. Tambien agregarle queso mozzarella rayado entre capa y... capa. Read more
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R hoboken, NJ 04-13-2009
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Oil Slick
Rated: 2 stars out of 5

This was our Easter dinner, and it was a HUGE disappointment. I knew instinctively that 1 cup of olive oil was WAY too much,... but I trusted that this recipe was thoroughly vetted. Wrong. Oil slick of massive proportions. As soon as I cut into it, it oozed oil--bleh. Grateful I made side dishes and salad. The recipe has merit, but I'd at least HALVE the oil if I tried it again.Read more
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Autumn Carlsbad, CA 12-20-2008
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So good, so easy!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Last Saturday was the first time I've watched Aida & I'm hooked! I immediately ran out for fresh basil & through this... together in about 30-40 minutes. I substituted Trader Joe's Fat Free Half & Half in place of the heavy cream & used a bit less olive oil (you just have to work it a little harder in the blender). I used olive oil cooking spray between my layers of noodles to keep them from sticking. The low fat version didn't taste like it! I will make this again & again & have already sent the recipe around to friends. I love Aida's cooking style & tips (who knew you could use the basil stems in your pesto!)! Thanks Aida!Read more
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susan ATlanta, GA 12-17-2008
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Yummy!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I saw the show on Saturday and ate it for dinner Saturday night! I had some no-cook noodles and the rest of the ingredients... on hand. I used a loaf pan, substituted evaporated skim milk for the cream and added some prosciutto that was in the fridge. yummy! It was so rich that i couldn't eat too much of it. I will have this again.Read more
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Amy Los Angeles, CA 11-04-2008
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VERY POPULAR with my guests!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made this recipe for a dinner party last night and it was a huge success. It was really easy to make too. I highly... recommend it...Read more
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Brian san jose, CA 10-23-2008
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Amazing...Best pesto Lasagna ever...My f & f loved it!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Ok I watched Aida for the first time one Saturday and she was great. Beautiful, funny, beautiful and appeared to have the... skills in the kitchen ! Did I mention she was really beautiful...So I naturally whipped this recipe up for a dinner party I hosted for my friends and family. It was a ridiculous success! So tasty. Not a scrap left! Now I did make a couple modifications knowing my guest and myself. I added a couple of layers of sauteed pancetta, mushrooms, and get this prociutto. They were left over in my fridge so why not? Hey, Im a carnivore. What can I say. Cheers hottie. This rocked!Read more