Description
This vegetarian version packs in earthy flavors, fresh bursts from grape tomatoes, and creamy textures, making it a hearty meal that satisfies both vegetarians and meat-lovers.
Ingredients
For the Mushroom and Tomato Filling
- 1 pound (450g) mixed mushrooms (such as cremini, shiitake, and portobello), cleaned and sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
For the Bechamel Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups whole milk, warmed
- Pinch of nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Lasagna Assembly
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Cook the Mushrooms and Tomatoes
- Saute chopped onions and cook until they become translucent.Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for about 8-10 min.
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Afterward, season with dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. If using, pour in the white wine and cook until it evaporates, about 2–3 minutes.
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Then, add the halved grape tomatoes and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes.
Making the Bechamel Sauce
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously until the mixture turns a light golden color, about 2–3 minutes.
- Gradually add the warmed milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Season with a pinch of nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Assembling the Lasagna
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Spread a thin layer of Bechamel sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) baking dish. Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce.
- Then, spread half of the mushroom and tomato mixture over the noodles.
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Sprinkle half of the chopped spinach over the mushrooms and tomatoes.
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Pour about one-third of the Bechamel sauce over the spinach. Sprinkle with one-third of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Repeat the layers: noodles, mushroom and tomato mixture, spinach, Bechamel, cheeses.
Baking the Lasagna
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top turns golden and bubbly.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute the regular lasagna noodles with gluten-free lasagna noodles. For the Bechamel sauce, use a gluten-free flour blend in place of all-purpose flour.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the lasagna
- Calories: 380-420 kcal
- Sugar: 5-6g
- Sodium: 700-800mg
- Fat: 20-25g
- Saturated Fat: 10-12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7-9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32-35g
- Fiber: 3-4g
- Protein: 18-20g
- Cholesterol: 40-50mg