Ingredients
For the Lasagna
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12 lasagna noodles
Vegetables
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3 cups spinach
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2 cups mushrooms, sliced
Sauces & Cheese
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4 cups béchamel sauce
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2 cups mozzarella, shredded
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1/2 cup parmesan cheese
Seasoning
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1 tsp nutmeg
Instructions
1. Prepare the Noodles
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the lasagna noodles until al dente. Drain and lay them flat on a clean towel to prevent sticking.
2. Sauté the Vegetables
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until browned and tender. Add spinach and sauté until wilted. Stir in nutmeg and season with a pinch of salt.
3. Make the Béchamel Sauce
Prepare a béchamel sauce from scratch by whisking butter, flour, and milk until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Alternatively, use a high-quality store-bought version.
4. Assemble the Lasagna
In a 9×13 baking dish, start with a thin layer of béchamel sauce. Add a layer of noodles, followed by mushroom-spinach mixture, mozzarella, and parmesan. Repeat layers, finishing with sauce and cheese on top.
5. Bake
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover lasagna with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
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Use fresh spinach for brighter flavor, or substitute with frozen (well-drained).
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Add cooked shredded chicken or white beans for extra protein if desired.
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Can be assembled a day ahead and baked before serving.
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Pairs well with garlic bread and a light green salad.
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To make gluten-free, use GF noodles and flour for the béchamel.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired, Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg