Name: Pesto Lasagna
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 6 squares
Cuisine: Italian

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May 13, 2025

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This Pesto Lasagna is a rich, cheesy twist on the Italian classic—perfect for pesto lovers. A creamy garlic pesto sauce is layered between no-boil lasagna noodles and a ricotta cheese mixture loaded with Parmesan, mozzarella, and fresh herbs. Topped with a final layer of mozzarella and Parmesan, then baked to golden perfection, it’s a comfort dish that feels both fresh and indulgent.

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Pesto Lasagna

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Ingredients

squares

WarningMilk and 6 other allergens identified

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.

Add pesto and mix well. Stir in heavy cream, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then add 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Stir to combine and set aside.

In a bowl, mix ricotta, 1 cup Parmesan, 3/4 cup mozzarella, egg, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley until smooth.

In a greased baking dish, layer in order: pesto sauce, no-boil lasagna noodles, more pesto sauce, ricotta mixture. Repeat 2–3 times.

Finish with pesto sauce, a generous handful of shredded mozzarella, and more Parmesan.

Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Let lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Top with fresh basil and extra Parmesan before serving.

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