Description
This Creamy Spinach Mushroom Lasagna is a comforting dish that combines layers of tender noodles, creamy ricotta, and earthy mushrooms with a nutritional boost from fresh spinach.
Ingredients
- Lasagna noodles: Opt for a quality brand, either traditional or no-boil.
- Fresh spinach: Adds color and nutrition.
- Mushrooms: Sliced cremini or button mushrooms for an umami flavor.
- Ricotta cheese: The creamy base of the filling.
- Mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses: Melty toppings that enhance flavor.
- Marinara sauce: Ties the layers together with a tomato base.
- Garlic powder and onion powder: Enhance the flavor profile.
Instructions
1. Prepare lasagna noodles according to package instructions (8-10 minutes in salted boiling water).
2. In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, fresh spinach, sliced mushrooms, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread marinara sauce in a baking dish.
4. Layer cooked noodles, ricotta-spinach-mushroom filling, and sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan.
5. Repeat layers, finishing with sauce and cheese on top.
6. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
7. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
Notes
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or microwave individual portions.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 30
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 12
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 5