A luxurious white lasagna layered with tender noodles, sautéed mushrooms, creamy sauce, and melted cheese, offering comfort and sophistication in one dish.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This lasagna features a velvety white sauce enriched with mushrooms, providing depth and savouriness without relying on tomatoes. Its golden, bubbling top and delicate layers make it a refined yet hearty main dish suitable for special dinners or family meals.
Ingredients
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• lasagna noodles
• mushrooms
• butter
• garlic
• flour
• milk or cream
• ricotta or cottage cheese
• mozzarella cheese
• parmesan cheese
• herbs
• salt and pepper
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Sauté mushrooms and garlic in butter.
- Add flour to create a roux, then whisk in milk or cream.
- Simmer until thickened.
- Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions.
- Layer sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and cheese.
- Repeat layers and finish with mozzarella and parmesan.
- Bake until bubbly and golden.
Servings and Timing
• Servings: 8–10
• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Bake Time: 40–50 minutes
• Resting Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: approximately 1 hour 35 minutes
Variations
• Add spinach or kale.
• Include chicken for a protein-rich version.
• Use different mushrooms for varied depth.
Storage/Reheating
Refrigerate up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven for best texture. Freeze for up to 3 months.
FAQs
Why is my sauce thin?
Cook the roux longer or simmer to thicken.
Can I use oven-ready noodles?
Yes, adjust sauce quantity slightly.
Can I use plant-based milk?
Yes, ensure it is unsweetened.
Can I omit mushrooms?
Yes, but they provide key flavour.
Can I prepare ahead?
Yes, assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
Why is my lasagna watery?
Excess moisture in mushrooms or sauce can cause this.
Can I add herbs to the ricotta?
Yes, parsley and basil pair well.
Is parmesan necessary?
It adds flavour but can be reduced.
Can I freeze individual slices?
Yes, wrap tightly and freeze.
Why should lasagna rest before cutting?
Resting allows layers to set.
Conclusion
This Creamy Mushroom White Lasagna delivers elegant comfort with rich flavour and tender layers, making it a versatile and impressive addition to your recipe collection.
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Creamy Mushroom White Lasagna
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A rich and comforting white lasagna layered with creamy béchamel sauce, sautéed mushrooms, herbs, and melty cheese, creating a luxurious twist on classic lasagna.
Ingredients
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- 10–12 lasagna noodles (no-boil or regular, cooked)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cups sliced mushrooms (cremini, button, or mixed)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- White Sauce (Béchamel):
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft.
- Add sliced mushrooms, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook until mushrooms are tender and liquid has evaporated. Set aside.
- Prepare the béchamel: In a saucepan, melt butter, then whisk in flour until smooth. Slowly add milk, whisking constantly until thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta with 1/2 cup Parmesan and 1 cup mozzarella.
- Spread a thin layer of béchamel in the baking dish. Add a layer of lasagna noodles.
- Top with ricotta mixture, then mushroom mixture, then a layer of béchamel, followed by mozzarella.
- Repeat layers until ingredients are used, finishing with béchamel and the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbling.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Add spinach or kale to the mushroom mix for extra greens.
- Use mixed wild mushrooms for deeper flavor.
- Lasagna holds its shape better if rested before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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