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Riviera-style lasagna is a typical dish from Ligurian tradition, prepared with a delicate artichoke cream, dry lasagna sheets, and a touch of Parmesan cheese. This vegetarian recipe stands out for the softness of the filling and the golden crust on top.
Servings: 4 persone
Ingredients
- 8 nr dry lasagna sheets
- 8 nr artichokes
- 1 nr lemon juice only
- 2 dl milk
- 60 g butter
- 20 g flour
- 2 prese nutmeg
- 4 tablespoons grated cheese grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- q.b. salt
Instructions
- Remove the outer tougher bracts and the tips of the artichokes. Leave about 2 centimeters of stem, cut into wedges, remove any chaff, and soak in water acidulated with the juice of half a lemon.
- Bring salted water to a boil in a pot. Add the remaining lemon juice and cook the artichokes for about 10 minutes.
- Drain them, lightly crush with a fork, and pass through a sieve, collecting in a saucepan.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil in another large pot. Add the oil and cook the lasagna in small batches.
- Drain with a slotted spoon and lay them out to dry on a kitchen towel.
- Put the butter in the saucepan with the pureed artichokes and melt over medium heat.
- Sprinkle with flour passed through a sieve.
- Cook for 5 minutes. Add the milk and, stirring constantly, continue cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and add nutmeg.
- Grease a rectangular baking dish.
- Arrange a layer of lasagna sheets in the bottom.
- Cover with some of the artichoke cream, sprinkle with part of the grated cheese.
- Repeat this order until all ingredients are used, ending with the cream and cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for about 20 minutes, until the surface is golden brown.
- Let the lasagna rest outside the oven for a few minutes before serving.
Why this recipe is tasty and healthy
These lasagnas are an excellent choice for those seeking a vegetarian alternative, light yet full of flavor. Artichokes are detoxifying and rich in fiber, and the milk and cheese add creaminess without being too heavy. The recipe is ideal for special occasions but simple enough to prepare at home.
