Description
Jamie Oliver’s salmon and spinach lasagne blends Mediterranean flavors with classic Italian comfort. Layers of delicate fish, creamy sauce, and fresh spinach create a memorable dining experience for passionate cooks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 lasagne sheets (fresh)
- 500g (17.6 oz) smoked salmon (cut into 2 cm squares)
- 400g (14.1 oz) baby spinach
- 250g (8.8 oz) cheddar cheese (grated)
- 950 ml (32 fl oz) whole milk
- 100g (3.5 oz) unsalted butter (plus extra for greasing)
- 100g (3.5 oz) plain flour
- 50g (1.8 oz) Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 4 sprigs dill (chopped)
- ½ leek (thinly sliced)
- 2 garlic cloves (crushed)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp nutmeg (grated)
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Salad leaves (for serving)
Instructions
- Sauce Preparation: Craft a velvety béchamel by melting butter in a saucepan, whisking in flour to create a roux. Gradually stream milk while stirring continuously, allowing the sauce to evolve and thicken. Enhance with Dijon mustard and nutmeg, blending until smooth and aromatic.
- Vegetable Sauté: In a separate pan, melt butter and transform leeks into translucent delicacies. Introduce garlic and spinach, cooking until greens surrender their moisture. Drain excess liquid to maintain structural integrity.
- Layering Technique: Preheat oven to 356°F (180°C). Butter a lasagne dish generously. Establish a delicate sauce foundation, then strategically arrange lasagne sheets. Distribute leek-spinach mixture evenly, intersperse smoked salmon squares, and lavish with a blend of cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. Repeat layering, culminating in a luxurious sauce and cheese-laden summit.
- Baking and Finishing: Slide the lasagne into the oven, allowing 45 minutes of transformative heat. Monitor for a golden-brown crust and fork-tender consistency. Once achieved, crown with delicate sprigs of fresh dill. Serve alongside a crisp, verdant salad to complement the rich, maritime-inspired layers.
Notes
- Prevent Watery Texture: Drain spinach thoroughly to eliminate excess moisture, ensuring a firm, cohesive lasagne structure.
- Cheese Selection Matters: Combine sharp cheddar and aged Parmesan for a robust, complex flavor profile that elevates the dish.
- Roux Technique Crucial: Cook flour and butter mixture slowly to eliminate raw flour taste and create a smooth, velvety sauce base.
- Salmon Placement Strategy: Distribute smoked salmon evenly across layers to guarantee consistent flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: UK
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg