PANCAKE LASAGNA FOR ONE (OR MORE)

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Until now if you wanted lasagna, you had to make a lot, but thanks to this easy technique, that's all changed. This recipe makes 4 single-serve lasagnas, but you easily scale back and just make one, freezing the extra 3 pancakes for later use! The pancakes in this recipe are actually more like thick crepes that come out tasting like egg noodles. It's almost impossible to tell you didn't use pasta--since these pancakes taste like homemade lasagna noodles. Make it as-is or adapt it to your personal taste.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Lasagna Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 large eggs
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon olive oil
½ cup cold water
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ½ cups full-fat ricotta cheese, well drained
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon finely sliced fresh basil
½ cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1 ½ cups prepared marinara sauce
1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
1 tablespoon finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon finely sliced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Set out 4 small, shallow, oven-proof baking dishes or ramekins.
  • Combine eggs, salt, olive oil, water, and flour for pancakes in a large bowl. Whisk thoroughly until very smooth, then let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  • Brush oil into a nonstick skillet and set heat to medium. When the skillet is hot, add about 1/4 cup batter and tilt the pan so it evenly coats the bottom. Cook until the batter sets and the top surface goes from looking wet to dry, 1 to 2 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for 1 minute. Transfer to a plate and repeat to make remaining 3 pancakes. Cut each pancake into 3 triangles.
  • Combine ricotta cheese, salt, pepper, cayenne, basil, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese for filling in a bowl; mix with a fork until thoroughly combined.
  • Prepare lasagnas: Spread 2 tablespoons marinara sauce into the bottom of each baking dish. Lay 1 pancake triangle on the sauce, then top with about 2 tablespoons ricotta filling, 1 tablespoon Monterey Jack cheese, and 2 teaspoons marinara. Repeat to create another layer, slightly pressing down on the second pancake triangle before topping with filling and cheese. Top with the remaining pancake triangle, pressing down slightly. Add remaining marinara and Monterey Jack, sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano, and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Place the baking dishes on a large sheet pan and bake in the center of the preheated oven until lightly browned and bubbly, about 15 minutes. Let cool for about 5 minutes, then garnish with basil and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Cholesterol 177 mg, Fat 36.9 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 28.1 g, SaturatedFat 17.5 g, Sodium 1061.7 mg, Sugar 9 g

Asja Celiku
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Creative and delicious!


Ahmed Ahmuya
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Will definitely make this again!


Akmal Hassan
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Definitely recommend this recipe!


David Houghton
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Overall, I thought the pancake lasagna was a good recipe. It's a unique and flavorful dish that's perfect for a special occasion.


Bialil Yfc
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I had some trouble flipping the pancakes without breaking them. Maybe I'll try using a larger skillet next time.


Tramikia Pitts
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The pancake lasagna was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I would use less cheese next time.


Chanchal Debnath
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I found that using a nonstick skillet was essential to prevent the pancakes from sticking.


Waseem 303
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The pancake lasagna was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was definitely worth the effort.


Kida Sweet
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I love that this recipe can be easily customized to suit different tastes. I added some spinach and mushrooms to mine.


Juna Bk
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover pancakes.


Salmiinta Muxumed
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I'm always looking for new and creative ways to use pancakes. This recipe definitely fits the bill!


Huerta Abraham
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The pancake lasagna was a hit at my potluck party. Everyone raved about the unique and flavorful dish.


Md Sahib
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I made this for my family and they absolutely loved it! It's a great recipe for a special breakfast or brunch.


Zelda's master
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This recipe was easy to follow and yielded impressive results. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to create a restaurant-worthy dish.


Ohionei Emmanuel
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The combination of pancakes, cheese, and sauce was divine. I loved the savory and sweet flavors coming together in every bite.


MD Shakil Shakil,22
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This pancake lasagna was a delightful surprise! I was skeptical at first, but it turned out to be a delicious and creative dish.