Here is the full recipe for Creamy Spinach & Mushroom Lasagna:
Ingredients:
*For the Sauce:*
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 1 large onion, finely chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 10 oz mushrooms, sliced
– 10 oz fresh spinach leaves
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 cup bechamel sauce (see below)
*For the Bechamel Sauce:*
– 2 tbsp butter
– 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
– 1 cup milk
– Salt and pepper to taste
*For the Ricotta Mixture:*
– 2 cups ricotta cheese
– 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 egg, beaten
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
*For the Assembly:*
– 8-10 lasagna noodles
– 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions:
*Step 1: Prepare the Sauce*
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
4. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown, about 5 minutes.
5. Add fresh spinach leaves and cook until wilted.
6. Stir in Parmesan cheese and bechamel sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
*Step 2: Prepare the Bechamel Sauce*
1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
3. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
4. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
*Step 3: Prepare the Ricotta Mixture*
1. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and beaten egg.
2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Stir in chopped parsley, if using.
*Step 4: Assemble the Lasagna*
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions.
3. Spread a layer of the sauce in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
4. Arrange 4 lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
5. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles.
6. Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese and half of the Parmesan cheese.
7. Repeat the layers: sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
8. Top the final layer of noodles with the remaining sauce and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.
9. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
*Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!*
1. Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
2. Sprinkle with chopped parsley, if desired.