Delicious Creamy White Lasagna Your Family Will Love

A creamy white lasagna that's a delightful comfort food, perfect for family gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Resting Time 15

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Lasagna Base

12 oz Lasagna Noodles Opt for no-boil varieties to save time.

For the Creamy Layer

4 tbsp Butter
1/4 cup All-purpose flour
3 cups Milk Use for béchamel sauce.

For the Cheese Blend

2 cups Mozzarella Feel free to use part-skim for a lighter version.
1 cup Ricotta For a vegan option, substitute with cashew ricotta.
1 cup Parmesan If avoiding dairy, try a nut-based cheese alternative.

For the Heartiness

2 cups Spinach Frozen works well if well-drained.
1 cup Mushrooms Zucchini is a good substitution if preferred.
1 lb Ground Sausage (optional) Plant-based sausage works for vegetarian or vegan options.

For Flavor Enhancement

1 tbsp Herbs (e.g., basil, oregano) Use fresh or dried, fresh adds aroma.

Equipment

Medium saucepan
9x13 inch baking dish
Parchment paper
Large pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy White Lasagna

Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until bubbly. Whisk in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden. Gradually whisk in 3 cups of milk, stirring until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while the béchamel thickens, ensuring even baking.
If using traditional noodles, boil salted water and cook the noodles for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain, lay flat on parchment.
In a 9x13 inch dish, start layering: a thin layer of béchamel, three noodles, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, spinach, mushrooms, and drizzle with béchamel. Repeat until ingredients are used, finishing with sauce and cheese on top.
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for another 15 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
Let the lasagna cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing to maintain structure.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the ingredients to suit your taste. This recipe is both delicious and versatile.

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