**Start your day with a spicy kick with our tantalizing Spicy Breakfast Lasagna!**
This innovative dish combines the comforting flavors of lasagna with a zesty Southwestern twist. Layers of tender pasta, a flavorful filling of spicy sausage, bell peppers, onions, and a blend of Mexican spices, all smothered in a rich and creamy sauce made from a combination of melted cheese, evaporated milk, and diced tomatoes with green chiles. This recipe offers two variations: a classic version with a homemade enchilada sauce and a simplified version using store-bought enchilada sauce for those short on time. Additionally, a vegetarian alternative is provided, featuring black beans, corn, and bell peppers instead of sausage. With its bold flavors and versatile options, this Spicy Breakfast Lasagna is sure to become a favorite for those who love a hearty and flavorful start to their day.
BREAKFAST LASAGNA
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For the crepes: In a medium, bowl, whisk together the chickpea flour, 1 1/2 cups water, 1/4 cup of the olive oil, cumin, salt, coriander and pepper. In a 10-inch nonstick skillet heat 1 teaspoon of oil over medium-high heat. Pour 1/3 cup of the batter into the pan. Tilt the pan so the batter coats the bottom of the pan. Cook until the underside edges begin to turn golden, about 3 minutes. Using a heat-proof silicone spatula, flip the crepe and continue to cook on the other side until golden, 3 minutes. Repeat with the remaining oil and batter to make a total of 8 crepes.
- For the custard: In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook the pancetta over medium-high heat until crispy, about 12 minutes. Remove from the heat. Using a slotted spoon, remove the pancetta and drain on paper towels. In a medium bowl beat the eggs and milk together until smooth. Add the tomatoes, basil, thyme, salt and pepper. In another medium bowl, mix the Cheddar and fontina together.
- Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 9-by-13-by-2-inch glass or ceramic baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
- To assemble the lasagna, ladle 1 cup of the custard into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange two crepes, side-by-side on top. Sprinkle one-quarter of the cheese mixture on top. Sprinkle one-quarter of the pancetta over the cheese. Repeat the layers using the remaining crepes, custard, cheese and pancetta. Pour any remaining custard over the lasagna and bake until puffed and golden, 30 to 35 minutes. Cut into squares and serve.
SPICY BREAKFAST LASAGNA
Steps:
- Combine cottage cheese, chives and onions; set aside. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt and pepper until blended. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Pour in egg mixture; cook and stir until eggs are thickened and no liquid egg remains. Remove from heat; set aside. , Place 4 lasagna noodles in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with 2 cups hash browns, scrambled eggs, sausage and half the cottage cheese mixture. Cover with Monterey Jack cheese. Top with remaining lasagna noodles, hash browns and cottage cheese mixture. Cover with Muenster cheese. Refrigerate, covered, 8 hours or overnight., Remove dish from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 256mg cholesterol, Sodium 640mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
BREAKFAST LASAGNA
This is one hearty lasagna. It will be great for a brunch or big weekend breakfast. But, it would be great for dinner too! The milk sauce takes a bit of time, but it's the glue that brings the whole dish together. The Italian sausage, the mixture of cheeses and eggs create layers of yumminess! Plus, I love that you can make this...
Provided by Sylvia Waldsmith
Categories Meat Breakfast
Time 2h10m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 13" x 9" baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- 2. Beat together eggs and 1/2 cup milk.
- 3. In a large saute pan, scramble eggs over low heat until just set, remove from heat.
- 4. In a large saute pan, over medium high heat, cook Italian Sausage until browned.
- 5. Remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
- 6. In same skillet, add the vegetable oil and sauté the onions until softened.
- 7. Add flour and cook over medium heat for 2 minutes.
- 8. Whisk together milk, add salt, pepper, nutmeg and hot sauce (if using).
- 9. Add to onions and continue to cook over medium heat.
- 10. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes, remove from heat.
- 11. Mix together 1 cup mozzarella, 1 cup cheddar and Parmesan cheese. (Reserve remaining cheese for top)
- 12. In a baking dish (13" x 9"), spray bottom with non-stick cooking spray. Spread ½ cup of milk mixture evenly in pan.
- 13. Evenly space 3 lasagna noodles over sauce. Pour 1 cup sauce over noodles.
- 14. Evenly spread 1/3 each of sausage, scrambled eggs and mixed cheeses over noodles, repeat layers two more times....noodles, milk, sausage, eggs and cheese, ending with cheese.
- 15. Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour. Remove foil and sprinkle with remaining ½ cup mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Bake for an additional 15 - 20 minutes. Allow to sit and rest for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- 16. You can make this the night before and refrigerate it. Assemble it completely and cover with foil, do not bake. Remove breakfast lasagna from refrigerator 30 minutes prior to baking. Bake for time given in Step 15.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the overall flavor of your lasagna.
- Don't overcook the noodles. They should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Make sure the sauce is thick enough. It should be able to coat the back of a spoon.
- Don't skimp on the cheese. Cheese is what makes lasagna so delicious and decadent.
- Let the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the lasagna to set.
Conclusion:
Spicy breakfast lasagna is a fun and easy way to start your day. It's packed with flavor and protein, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a unique and delicious breakfast recipe, give this spicy breakfast lasagna a try.
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