Description
A comforting lasagna packed with the earthy flavors of mushrooms and fresh spinach in a creamy béchamel sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cups fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
- 2 cups mushrooms (sliced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk (warm)
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 9 lasagna noodles (no-boil or pre-cooked, as per package instructions)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetable filling: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and sauté until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add the spinach and garlic, cooking until the spinach wilts. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make the béchamel sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a paste. Gradually whisk in the warm milk, ensuring no lumps form. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the lasagna: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer 3 noodles over the sauce, followed by ⅓ of the vegetable filling, dollops of ricotta, a sprinkle of mozzarella, and a spoonful of béchamel. Repeat layers twice more, finishing with béchamel and the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
- Bake: Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
This lasagna pairs beautifully with a simple green salad or garlic bread. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg