Vegetarian lasagne (you won't even notice!)

Name: Vegetarian lasagne (you won't even notice!)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 20 min
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 1.8 oz soy protein; 1 celery stalk; 1 carrot; 1 onion; 2 garlic cloves; A drizzle of olive oil; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce; 7 oz tomato pulp; 1/2 teaspoon brown miso; 1 teaspoon thyme; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1 bay leaf; 3.4 fl oz white wine; 1/2 vegetable stock cube; 4.4 fl oz boiling water (3.4 + 1 fl oz); Salt; Pepper; 2.5 oz flour; 2.1 oz butter; 1 1/4 cups milk; 1/2 vegetable stock cube; 6.8 fl oz boiling water; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; Salt; Pepper; 8 lasagne sheets

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Main Dish

Very Easy

1 h 40 m

444 Kcal

One of our favorite comfort foods? Without a doubt: lasagne! But last time, a vegetarian was at our table. So, to make sure he could enjoy it too, we decided to make vegetarian lasagne! Our secret to a tasty, balanced dish? Replacing the meat with soy protein. Why not give it a try too? We'll explain everything below:

Materials

1 frying pan
1 saucepan
1 blender
1 casserole dish

Preparation

Preparation20 min

Cook time1 h 20 m

Bolognese sauce:
Chop the onion and garlic cloves.
Peel the carrot and cut it into several pieces. Do the same with the celery stalk after washing it. Place the vegetable pieces in a blender and blend until you have small pieces. If you don't have a blender, cut the vegetables into very small pieces. This is important if you want your Bolognese to be smooth and creamy.
In a frying pan, brown the onion in a drizzle of olive oil, then add the garlic and brown it too.
Add the soy protein, tomato paste, white wine, miso, vegetable stock cube and boiling water, then stir. Cook over medium heat for a few minutes, until the alcohol in the white wine has evaporated.
Add the tomato sauce and tomato pulp, then cook over a low heat, covered, for 20 minutes.
Béchamel sauce:
Start by preparing a roux. Melt the butter in a saucepan, add the flour and stir until smooth.
Add the vegetable stock (cube + boiling water mixed together), milk, salt, pepper and nutmeg, and allow to thicken, stirring constantly. After a few minutes, the sauce will have a creamy texture.
Lasagne:
Place 2 sheets of lasagne at the bottom of the dish. Add the Bolognese sauce on top, then finish with a layer of béchamel sauce. Repeat until all ingredients are used up.
Bake the lasagne for 40 minutes at 350°F/180°C... and it's ready!

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FAQ ❓

What is soy protein?

Also known as "textured soy protein", it's made from soy flour. You'll find it in small and large pieces. Rich in plant-based protein, it's a perfect alternative for vegetarian meals. When purchased dehydrated, simply soak it in hot water for about ten minutes before cooking. Its appearance is very similar to shredded chicken.

Where can I buy soy protein?

You can find it in health food stores or in the organic section of your supermarket. It's often available in packets as well as in bulk.

What is brown miso?

Brown miso is a Japanese food. It's a fermented paste with a fairly salty flavor. It's made from soybeans, rice (or barley), salt, water and starter cultures. Rich in protein, it's the perfect condiment for soups and dishes with sauce!

Where can I buy brown miso?

You can find brown miso in health food stores or in the "world foods" section of your supermarket.

How do I store leftover vegetarian lasagne?

Place the lasagne in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Can I make a vegan version of this vegetarian lasagne?

Of course! For the Bolognese, check that the white wine is vegan.
For the béchamel sauce, you can replace the butter with plant-based margarine and cow's milk with soy milk.
As for the lasagne sheets, make sure they are certified egg-free.