Creamy Broccoli and Ham Lasagna
This hearty lasagna layers tender broccoli florets, savory ham, and melted cheese in a velvety chicken-broth sauce. It's a crowd-pleasing bake that comes together quickly with everyday pantry ingredients. Golden, bubbling, and absolutely comforting — the perfect weeknight dinner for the whole family.
🛒 Ingredients
8 servings
- 1 package no-boil lasagna sheets
- 200 g (7 oz) sliced ham
- 200 g (7 oz) cheese (emmental or mozzarella)
- 1 head fresh broccoli
- 1 can (200 ml) heavy cream
- 250 ml (1 cup) milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt, pepper and seasoning to taste
- 2 chicken bouillon cubes
- Grated cheese for topping
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Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 °F).
- 2
Break the broccoli into small florets and sauté in a pan with a drizzle of olive oil for 5 minutes until just tender. Set aside.
- 3
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the seasoning and crumbled chicken bouillon cubes.
- 4
Pour in the milk and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly for 4–5 minutes until you have a smooth, light sauce.
- 5
Stir the broccoli into the sauce, mix gently, then remove from heat.
- 6
Off the heat, fold in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 7
In a greased baking dish, layer lasagna sheets, broccoli sauce, ham and sliced cheese. Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of sauce.
- 8
Top generously with grated cheese.
- 9
Bake for 30 minutes until golden and bubbling. Rest 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
💡 Chef's Tip
Blanch the broccoli for 2 minutes in salted boiling water before sautéing to keep it vibrant green and perfectly tender. Swap the ham for shredded rotisserie chicken for an easy variation.
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