Creamy Mushroom Spinach Lasagna (Vegetarian Comfort Classic)

1. Overview

This is comfort food but make it classy:

• Creamy béchamel sauce
• Earthy mushrooms
• Fresh spinach
• Layers of cheesy goodness

👉 Texture: soft + creamy + cheesy + slightly crispy top

2. Time & Yield

• Prep: 30 minutes
• Bake: 40–45 minutes
• Serves: 6

3. Ingredients

Lasagna Base

• 9–12 lasagna sheets
• 300 g mushrooms (sliced)
• 200 g fresh spinach
• 1 small onion (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper

Ricotta Layer

• 250 g ricotta cheese
• 50 g grated Parmesan
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp dried oregano

Béchamel Sauce (White Sauce)

• 50 g butter
• 50 g flour
• 600 ml milk
• Salt, pepper, pinch nutmeg

Topping

• 150 g mozzarella (shredded)
• Extra Parmesan

4. Instructions

Step 1: Cook Vegetables

1. Heat olive oil
2. Sauté onion + garlic until fragrant
3. Add mushrooms → cook until browned
4. Add spinach → wilt down
5. Season with salt & pepper

Step 2: Make Béchamel

1. Melt butter
2. Add flour → cook 1–2 minutes
3. Slowly whisk in milk
4. Simmer until thick
5. Add salt, pepper, nutmeg

Step 3: Ricotta Mix

• Mix ricotta + Parmesan + egg + oregano

Step 4: Assemble

Layer like this:

1. Béchamel (thin layer)
2. Lasagna sheets
3. Mushroom + spinach
4. Ricotta mix
5. Béchamel

👉 Repeat 2–3 layers

Finish with:

• Béchamel + mozzarella + Parmesan

Step 5: Bake

• Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 40–45 minutes
• Top should be golden + bubbling

Step 6: Rest

• Let rest 10–15 minutes before slicing

5. Pro Tips

• Cook mushrooms until dry → no watery lasagna
• Don’t skip resting → layers hold shape
• Add extra cheese on top for crispy finish

6. Variations

Add Protein

• Chicken or ground beef

Extra Veggie

• Zucchini, eggplant, or bell peppers

Cheese Upgrade

• Add mascarpone or cream cheese

7. Serving Ideas

• Serve with arugula salad
• Garlic bread on the side
• Pair with white wine 🍷