Description
A delicious Spinach and Mushroom Lasagna recipe that combines layers of creamy ricotta, spinach, mushrooms, and a rich white sauce, all baked to perfection. This hearty and flavorful dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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For the filling:
- 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup white onion or shallot, finely diced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp. kosher salt and black pepper
- 8 oz. white mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1 Tbsp. Italian seasoning
- 16 oz. frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 30 oz. whole milk ricotta
- 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano, finely grated
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 8 oz. low-moisture mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 lb. lasagna noodles
For the white sauce:
- 5 Tbsp. unsalted butter
- 5 Tbsp. flour
- 5 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano, grated
- 1 tsp. kosher salt and black pepper
- 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Thaw frozen spinach: Squeeze out excess liquid from thawed spinach.
- Cook the lasagna noodles: Cook until al dente, drain, and set aside on parchment paper.
- Saute onions and mushrooms: Cook with butter, garlic, and seasoning until softened.
- Combine ricotta mixture: Mix ricotta, Parmesan, mozzarella, eggs, and parsley.
- Make the white sauce: Prepare a roux, add milk, and season with Parmesan, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the lasagna: Layer noodles, spinach mixture, white sauce, and repeat. Top with mozzarella.
- Bake: Cover with foil, bake, then remove foil and bake until browned.
- Cool: Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- Add chicken or Italian sausage for additional protein.
- Oil lasagna noodles after cooking to prevent sticking.
- Adjust herbs in ricotta mixture to taste.
- Take time making the béchamel sauce for the right consistency.
- Consider adding more vegetables like artichokes or broccoli.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 554 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 638mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 122mg
