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Abuelita Lasagna

Official ABUELITA™
Abuelita Lasagna
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Intermediate
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
20 min
Recipe Info - Cook Time
Cook 
25 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
6

Abuelita Lasagna is a delightful fusion of Italian and Mexican cuisine. This recipe from Official ABUELITA™ provides a rich, inviting experience that begins with layers of pasta interwoven with flavorful ingredients.

At the heart of this dish is the unique use of NESTLÉ® ABUELITA™ Authentic Mexican Hot Chocolate Drink, broken into pieces, infusing each layer with a subtle, chocolaty warmth that complements the savory elements. The inclusion of MAGGI® Granulated Chicken Flavor Bouillon enhances the depth of flavor, ensuring every bite is savory and satisfying. Shredded Manchego cheese melts beautifully throughout, adding a creamy texture that ties the whole dish together, while NESTLÉ® Media Crema provides an unctuous, smooth finish.

Perfect for an intermediate skill level, Abuelita Lasagna brings together the comfort of lasagna with a Mexican twist, making it a standout option for dinner. Whether you're looking to explore world cuisines or simply looking for an exciting new way to enjoy lasagna, this dish serves as an exciting entree that will captivate your taste buds. Serve up this ABUELITA™ creation and enjoy a new, multi-layered flavor experience.

INGREDIENTS

KEY INGREDIENTS

A yellow hexagonal box with the Abuelita logo, red designs and the words "HECHO EN MÉXICO."

Mexican Hot Chocolate Tablets

(6 Tablets)
A canister of Granulated Chicken Bouillon with a yellow label of an illustrated chicken carrying a basket.

Granulated Chicken Bouillon 15.9 oz

A can of Media Crema table cream with a blue label featuring strawberries, a bowl of macaroni, and cream.

Media Crema

(7.6 oz. Can)

Equipment Needed

  • Baking dish
  • Flipper
  • Blender

MAKE IT

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350° F. Place mole, Abuelita Chocolate, chicken broth and bouillon in blender; cover. Blend well.

Step 2

Line a baking pan with foil. Place a tablespoon of mole on bottom of pan. Top with a layer of lasagna noodles, a layer of chicken and onion, cheese and a layer of mole. Repeat until ingredients are gone, saving some cheese for the top.

Step 3

Top with a layer of cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Drizzle with Media Crema and serve.

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