Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

onion

finely chopped

3 cloves

garlic

minced

2 unit

red chilies

deseeded, finely chopped

10.5 oz

button mushrooms

quartered

10.5 oz

winter squash

peeled, deseeded, diced

1 unit

red pepper

deseeded, chopped

0.33 cup

mixed fresh basil, thyme and oregano

chopped

27 oz

green lentils

drained

27 oz

chopped tomatoes

1 cup

vegetable stock

2 tbsp

tomato puree

2 cup

oat milk

0.33 cup

miso paste

0.5 tsp

ground nutmeg

0.25 cup

spelt flour

7 oz

lasagna sheets

1.5 tsp

paprika

2 slices

rye bread

processed to breadcrumbs

1 unit

green salad

to serve

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Step 2
~5 min

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

Step 3
~5 min

Sauté onion, garlic, and red chilies for 2-3 mins, until onion is tender.

Step 4
~5 min

Add mushrooms, squash, red pepper, and herbs.

Step 5
~5 min

Sauté for 3-4 mins.

Step 6
~5 min

Stir in green lentils, chopped tomatoes, vegetable stock, and tomato puree.

Step 7
~5 min

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 35-40 mins, until thickened.

Step 8
~5 min

To make the sauce, whisk oat milk into miso paste until smooth.

Step 9
~5 min

Stir in ground nutmeg.

Step 10
~5 min

In a saucepan, combine spelt flour and 2 tbsp olive oil.

Step 11
~5 min

Stir over low heat until nutty.

Step 12
~5 min

Stir in oat milk mixture until smooth, then cook over high heat, stirring, until smooth and thick.

Step 13
~5 min

Transfer half of the vegetable mixture to a large baking dish.

Step 14
~5 min

Arrange a single layer of lasagna sheets over the top.

Step 15
~5 min

Cover with half of the miso sauce.

Step 16
~5 min

Repeat layers.

Step 17
~5 min

Combine breadcrumbs with paprika and remaining olive oil, then sprinkle over lasagna.

Step 18
~5 min

Bake for 40-45 mins.

Step 19
~5 min

Serve with a green salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use pre-cooked lasagna sheets to save time.

Add a layer of spinach for extra nutrients.

Top with vegan parmesan cheese before baking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of crusty bread.

Serve with a simple salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caprese salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy (inspired)

Cultural Significance

A popular and comforting family meal.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Family gathering
Weeknight meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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