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Loaded Veggie White Lasagna

Loaded Veggie White Lasagna: Creamy Comfort Food Bliss

Enjoy this Loaded Veggie White Lasagna packed with creamy sauce and fresh vegetables for a comforting meal that's perfect any night.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the White Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons butter adds richness to the sauce
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour used for thickening the sauce
  • 4 cups milk use plant milk for a dairy-free version
  • 1 pinch nutmeg enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
For the Vegetable Filling
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing vegetables
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper chopped
  • 1 medium zucchini chopped
  • 2 cups frozen spinach thawed and drained
For the Cheesy Filling
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese provides creaminess
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese adds umami
  • 1 large egg to bind the filling
For the Assembly
  • 9 noodles lasagna noodles no-boil variety saves time
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for topping

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pot
  • baking dish

Method
 

White Sauce Preparation
  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk in flour, stirring continuously to create a roux.
  2. Gradually add milk, whisking until smooth, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Vegetable Filling Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion until translucent. Add garlic, bell peppers, and zucchini, cooking until tender.
  2. Stir in thawed spinach, season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat.
Filling Mix
  1. In a bowl, mix ricotta, Parmesan, and beaten egg. Fold in the sautéed vegetable mixture.
Noodle Cooking
  1. Boil salted water and cook noodles until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse to prevent sticking.
Lasagna Assembly
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread white sauce at the bottom of a baking dish. Layer noodles, half of the filling, more sauce, and mozzarella. Repeat and finish with noodles and sauce.
Baking
  1. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Sauté vegetables well for enhanced sweetness. Avoid lumps by whisking sauce thoroughly and cook noodles al dente for best results.

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