Name: Easy Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Lasagna
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 cups mushrooms, sliced; 4 cups fresh spinach; 3 cloves garlic, minced; Salt and pepper, to taste; 4 tbsp unsalted butter; 4 tbsp all-purpose flour; 3 cups milk; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional); Salt and pepper, to taste; 9 lasagna noodles, cooked; 2 cups ricotta cheese; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning

Description

A rich and creamy vegetarian lasagna layered with tender spinach, earthy mushrooms, a velvety white sauce, and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions!

Ingredients

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For the Vegetables:

2 tbsp olive oil
2 cups mushrooms, sliced
4 cups fresh spinach
3 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the White Sauce:

4 tbsp unsalted butter
4 tbsp all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Lasagna:

9 lasagna noodles, cooked
2 cups ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp dried Italian seasoning

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Instructions

Prepare the Vegetables:
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add mushrooms and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add garlic and spinach, cooking until spinach wilts. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Make the White Sauce:
1. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
3. Gradually pour in milk and cream, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
4. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with nutmeg (if using), salt, and pepper.
Assemble the Lasagna:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Spread a thin layer of white sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
3. Layer 3 lasagna noodles, followed by a portion of the vegetable mixture, dollops of ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and white sauce. Repeat layers twice.
4. Finish with a final layer of noodles, white sauce, and remaining cheeses.
Bake:
1. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
2. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
Serve:
1. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy!

Notes

For added flavor, sauté the mushrooms with a splash of white wine.
You can use no-boil lasagna noodles to save time.
Feel free to substitute spinach with kale or add more vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 420 kcal
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 60 mg