Description
A comforting and creamy lasagna filled with earthy mushrooms and fresh spinach, enveloped in a rich béchamel sauce.
Ingredients
- 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 the sliced mushrooms and sauté until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Then, add the chopped spinach and minced garlic, cooking until the spinach wilts. Season everything with salt and pepper, remove from heat, and set aside.
- Make the béchamel sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a paste. Gradually whisk in the warm milk, ensuring no lumps form. Bring it to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly, until it thickens. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper, and then remove from heat.
- Assemble the lasagna: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a thin layer of the béchamel sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer 3 noodles over the sauce, then add ⅓ of the vegetable filling followed by dollops of ricotta, a sprinkle of mozzarella, and a spoonful of béchamel. Repeat these layers two more times, finishing with a generous layer of béchamel and the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
Feel free to swap ingredients based on what you have; for instance, kale can replace spinach, or you can use a different cheese blend for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian