Calling all veggie lovers! The ‘Creamy Courgette and Ricotta Lasagne’ from BBC Good Food is a true champion of quick and easy meals. With a 5-star rating from 696 reviewers, this recipe promises to be a winner. And I’m here to tell you, it truly delivers.
It took me less than 30 minutes from start to finish, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights. The star of the show, in my opinion, is the creamy ricotta cheese. It adds a luxurious texture and a subtle tang that perfectly complements the courgettes.
The lasagne is delicious as is, but I think it could be even better with a few tweaks. For instance, adding some chicken or other protein would make it even more satisfying. And while the courgettes are fantastic, a few extra veggies would give it a nutritional boost.
Overall, I’d give this recipe a solid 3 out of 5. It’s a quick and delicious vegetarian meal that’s easy to make. But with a few simple additions, it could be truly exceptional.
Here’s what you need to know:
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Ingredients:
* Nine dried lasagne sheets
* One tablespoon sunflower oil
* One onion, finely chopped
* 700g courgette (about six), coarsely grated
* Two garlic cloves, crushed
* 250g tub ricotta
* 50g cheddar
* 350g jar tomato sauce for pasta
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Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 220C (fan 200C/gas seven).
2. Bring a pan of water to boil and cook the lasagne sheets for about five minutes until softened, but not cooked through.
3. Rinse the lasagne sheets in cold water and drizzle with a little oil to prevent sticking.
4. Heat the oil in a large frying pan and fry the onion for three minutes.
5. Add the courgettes and garlic and fry until the courgettes have softened and turned bright green.
6. Stir in two-thirds of both the ricotta and cheddar and season to taste.
7. Heat the tomato sauce in the microwave for two minutes on high until hot.
8. In a large baking dish, layer the lasagne starting with half the courgette mixture, then pasta, then tomato sauce. Repeat, topping with the remaining ricotta and cheddar.
9. Bake on the top shelf for about 10 minutes until the pasta is tender and the cheese is golden.
