Description
Indulgent Spinach & Mushroom Lasagna marries rich Italian flavors with comforting layers of cheesy goodness. Welcoming layers of tender pasta, silky spinach, and earthy mushrooms create a memorable dining experience for hungry families seeking delicious comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 lasagna noodles, cooked
- 10 ounces (280 grams) fresh spinach
- 8 ounces (225 grams) mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Sauce and Liquid:
- 3 cups Alfredo sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasoning and Garnish:
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté garlic in olive oil over medium heat for 1 minute until fragrant. Add mushrooms and cook for 5-6 minutes until they soften and release moisture.
- Incorporate spinach into the skillet and cook until completely wilted. Season the mixture with salt and pepper, then transfer to a separate bowl.
- Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by spreading a thin initial layer of Alfredo sauce across the bottom to prevent sticking.
- Create the first lasagna layer by placing lasagna noodles directly on the sauce, ensuring they cover the entire surface without overlapping.
- Distribute an even layer of the prepared spinach-mushroom mixture over the noodles, followed by dollops of ricotta cheese.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese generously over the ricotta layer to ensure rich, melted coverage.
- Repeat the layering process – noodles, vegetable mixture, cheeses – until all ingredients are utilized, finishing with a final layer of Alfredo sauce.
- Top the final layer with a generous amount of mozzarella cheese for a golden, crispy surface.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and cover the lasagna with aluminum foil to prevent excessive browning.
- Bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and allow the lasagna to rest for 5 minutes, which helps it set and makes cutting easier.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm, allowing guests to enjoy the layers of flavor.
Notes
- Drain excess liquid from spinach and mushrooms to prevent a watery lasagna and ensure a perfectly layered dish.
- Substitute regular noodles with gluten-free lasagna sheets for a celiac-friendly version without compromising texture or taste.
- Swap part-skim mozzarella and ricotta for full-fat versions to enhance richness and create a more indulgent meal.
- Use fresh herbs like thyme or basil alongside parsley to add depth and complexity to the overall flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 510 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg