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Lasagne with Shrimp, Cherry Tomatoes, and Broad Bean Pesto

17/11/2023

Lasagne with shrimp, cherry tomatoes, and broad bean pesto is a refined and flavorful dish that combines the tradition of Italian baked pasta with the flavors of the sea and the freshness of broad bean pesto. Here’s how to prepare this delicious dish:

Ingredients

  • 250 grams of lasagne (fresh or dried, pre-cook if necessary)
  • 400 grams of cleaned shrimp
  • 250 grams of cherry tomatoes
  • 200 grams of fresh broad beans, shelled (or frozen if out of season)
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • A sprig of fresh basil
  • 50 grams of Pecorino Romano (or Parmesan) cheese, grated
  • 100 ml of extra-virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Some mint leaves (optional for the pesto)
  • 1 glass of white wine

Preparation

  1. Start by preparing the broad bean pesto. If you are using fresh broad beans, keep in mind that you need to blanch them in water for a couple of minutes before shelling them. Once shelled, put them in a blender with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, salt, pepper, Pecorino (or Parmesan), the garlic clove with the central germ removed, and basil (and mint if desired). Blend until you get a smooth cream and adjust seasoning.

  2. For the shrimp, clean them if they aren’t already and sauté them quickly in a pan with a drizzle of olive oil and a clove of garlic. Deglaze with white wine and let it evaporate. Add the cherry tomatoes cut in half and cook for a few minutes. Adjust with salt and pepper.

  3. Prepare the lasagne as indicated on the package, then drain and lay them out on a clean kitchen towel to remove moisture.

  4. In an ovenproof dish, start to compose the lasagne by alternating layers of pasta, broad bean pesto, shrimp with the cherry tomatoes, and a dusting of Pecorino or Parmesan cheese.

  5. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with pesto and cheese on top.

  6. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 °C for about 20-25 minutes or until the surface is golden brown and crispy.

  7. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Trivia

Lasagne is a classic of Italian cuisine, usually prepared with ragù and béchamel. This seafood version is a lighter, summery variant, ideal to impress your guests with a dish that combines tradition with unusual flavors for this pasta format.