Description
π This Spinach Mushroom Lasagna Recipe combines fresh vegetables and creamy cheese for a hearty and nutritious meal.
π₯ Easy to make with simple layers, itβs perfect for a comforting dinner that pleases vegetarians and meat-lovers alike.
Ingredients
β 1 tablespoon olive oil
β 1 medium onion, finely diced
β 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, chopped
β 1 garlic clove, finely grated or minced
β 1 pound fresh spinach leaves
β 15 ounces ricotta cheese
β 2 large eggs, beaten for helping firm up the filling
β 24 ounces pasta sauce
β 12 no-boil oven-ready lasagna sheets
β Β½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
β 1 ΒΌ cups grated mozzarella cheese
β ΒΎ teaspoon fine sea salt
β ΒΌ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
1-First, preheat your oven to 350Β°F (177Β°C) and grease a 9Γ13 inch baking pan with oil to get started. This ensures your lasagna doesnβt stick and bakes evenly for that perfect golden finish.
2-Next, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the onions and mushrooms until the onions are translucent, which takes about 10 minutes. Then, add the garlic, spinach (in batches if needed), and ΒΌ teaspoon salt, cooking until the spinach wilts and turns bright green. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, eggs (if using), Β½ teaspoon salt, and ΒΌ teaspoon pepper until smooth for a creamy filling.
3-Now, spread 1 cup of pasta sauce evenly over the bottom of the prepared pan and place 3 lasagna sheets lengthwise to cover it. Layer half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, sprinkle with one-third of the parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, add half of the spinach mixture, and dollop Β½ cup sauce on top. Repeat with another layer of 3 noodles, the remaining ricotta mixture, one-third of the cheeses, the rest of the spinach mixture, and another Β½ cup sauce.
4-For the final layer, add 3 more noodles, then top with the remaining pasta sauce, parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and browned. If you want a golden cheese top, broil uncovered for 1-2 minutes. Let it rest before serving to make slicing easier, and remember to adapt for dietary needs like using vegan cheese or gluten-free noodles.
Notes
π₯¬ Fresh spinach is preferred, but frozen and drained spinach works well.
π§ Substitute cottage cheese for ricotta if desired.
π₯ Eggs help firm the filling but can be omitted.
π§ Use vegetarian parmesan or nutritional yeast for vegetarian diets.
β²οΈ No-boil noodles save time; boil traditional noodles before assembling.
βοΈ Leftovers refrigerate up to 3 days or freeze up to 3 months.
β³ Assemble ahead and refrigerate unbaked lasagna up to 2 days.
π₯ Reheat refrigerated lasagna at 400Β°F for 30-60 minutes; thaw frozen lasagna overnight before reheating.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 394
- Sugar: 6.3 grams
- Sodium: 875 mg
- Fat: 17.8 grams
- Saturated Fat: 9.2 grams
- Carbohydrates: 36.9 grams
- Fiber: 5.6 grams
- Protein: 20.8 grams
- Cholesterol: 97.2 mg
Keywords: spinach mushroom lasagna, vegetarian lasagna, simple lasagna, cheesy lasagna