Spinach and Mushroom White Lasagna
Layers of tender lasagna noodles, creamy béchamel sauce, earthy mushrooms, and fresh spinach create a comforting yet elegant twist on the classic Italian dish.
- Author: Zerina
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- Lasagna Noodles: 12 sheets, cooked al dente
- Fresh Spinach: 10 ounces, wilted and drained
- Cremini Mushrooms: 16 ounces, sliced
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Butter: 4 tablespoons
- All-Purpose Flour: 4 tablespoons
- Whole Milk: 4 cups
- Nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Ricotta Cheese: 15 ounces
- Mozzarella Cheese: 2 cups, shredded
- Parmesan Cheese: 1 cup, grated
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté mushrooms until browned and moisture evaporates. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes. Slowly pour in milk, whisking constantly until thickened. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Spread a thin layer of béchamel in the baking dish. Layer noodles, ricotta, mushroom-spinach mix, mozzarella, béchamel, and Parmesan. Repeat until ingredients are used, ending with béchamel and cheeses on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let rest 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Drain spinach thoroughly to prevent watery layers.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg to enhance béchamel flavor.
- Let lasagna rest before slicing for clean servings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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