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White Lasagna with Spinach and Mushrooms

Delicious White Lasagna with Spinach and Mushrooms to Savor

This White Lasagna with Spinach and Mushrooms is a vegetarian comfort food perfect for chilly evenings and gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Béchamel Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds richness to the béchamel.
  • 3 cloves Minced Fresh Garlic Provides aromatic flavor.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Used to thicken the sauce.
  • 1 cup Half and Half Creates a creamy base.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Contributes creaminess.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Adds savory depth.
  • Kosher Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • a pinch Ground Nutmeg Enhances flavor.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for sautéing.
  • 8 ounces Baby Bella Mushrooms Adds earthy flavor.
  • 4 cups Fresh Baby Spinach Contributes freshness.
For the Filling
  • 15 ounces Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese Creates a creamy filling.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the cheese mixture.
For the Lasagna Assembly
  • 9 ounces Oven-Ready Lasagna Noodles Simplifies assembly.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Provides a melty texture.

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x13-inch casserole dish

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, melt unsalted butter, add minced garlic, then whisk in flour, slowly stirring in half and half and whole milk until thickened.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil, sauté mushrooms, then add minced garlic and spinach until wilted.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella, sautéed vegetables, eggs, salt, and pepper; mix well.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a casserole dish, layer béchamel, noodles, cheese filling, and mozzarella, then repeat layers.
  5. Cover with foil and bake for 50 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until golden.
  6. Let the lasagna rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-5 days; reheat gently in the oven.

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